University Wide Electives (UWE) are courses that do not have specific prerequisites. Exchange students can freely choose among them, regardless of the study program at their home university. For most courses there is no seat limit (for exceptions see course descriptions). You can register via Portal² once you are enrolled at the University of Mannheim or please follow the instructions if stated otherwise. If you have any questions regarding course selection and registration, please contact your departmental exchange coordinator.
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Business School – Bachelor
CC 302 / CC 303 Finanzmathematik / Quantitative Methoden EINFÜHRUNG (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Simon Rother, Prof. Dr. Cornelia Schön-Peterson
Date(s):
| Monday (single date) | 07.09.2026 | 19:00 – 20:30 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
CC 302 / CC 303 Finanzmathematik / Quantitative Methoden EINFÜHRUNG (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Simon Rother, Prof. Dr. Cornelia Schön-Peterson
Date(s):
| Tuesday (single date) | 08.09.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
CC 302 Finanzmathematik VL (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
1
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Simon Rother
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 22.10.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
CC 302 Finanzmathematik VL (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
1
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Simon Rother
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 22.10.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
CC 302 Finanzmathematik VL (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
1
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Simon Rother
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 22.10.2026 | 17:15 – 18:45 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
CC 303 Quantitative Methods (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
1
Attendance:
Online, live
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Cornelia Schön-Peterson, Jan-Hendrik Büscher
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 29.10.2026 – 03.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
| Thursday (single date) | 10.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
CC 303 Quantitative Methods (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
1
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Jan-Hendrik Büscher
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 29.10.2026 – 03.12.2026 | 17:15 – 18:45 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
CC 303 Quantitative Methods (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
3.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
1
Attendance:
Online, recorded
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Cornelia Schön-Peterson
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Finanzwirtschaft (Lecture w/
DE
Course type:
Lecture w/
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
3
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Dr. Thomas Cauthorn, Dr. Thomas Johann
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 13:45 – 16:00 | SO 108 Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Ost |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Finanzwirtschaft (Lecture w/
DE
Course type:
Lecture w/
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
3
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Dr. Thomas Cauthorn, Dr. Thomas Johann
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 16:30 – 18:45 | SO 108 Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Ost |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Integrated Information Systems (Wifo) (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
This course does not have limited capacity. Registration will be possible from 17 August 2026.
To register for this course, you must provide a confirmation of completion of the following courses, each with a workload of 6 ECTS or 2 contact hours per week:– Foundations of ERP Systems
- Introduction to Operations Management
- Management Information Systems
Learning target:
After attending the lecture, exercises and tutorials students are able to:
- model complex business processes based on popular modelling techniques
- discuss the requirements, characteristics and effects of integrated information systems in industrial companies, including complex process interdependencies
- complete basic tasks from different functional areas in a wide-spread integrated information system.
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
Klausur (90 Minuten)
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Armin Heinzl, Dr. André Halckenhäußer
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 23.10.2026 – 04.12.2026 | 10:15 – 13:30 | SN 169 Röchling Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
Description:
This course first outlines the basics of data and business process modelling based on wide-spread approaches such as entity relationship diagrams, event-driven process chains (EPC), and business process model and notation (BPMN). The remainder of the course then focuses on the use and purpose of integrated information systems across different functional areas in industrial companies. Finally, basics of management support systems such as business intelligence systems are addressed.
- Business Process Modelling
-
Application Systems in
- Research and Development
- Marketing and Sales
- Procurement and Warehousing
- Production
- Shipping and Customer Service
- Finance, Accounting, HR
- Planning and Control Systems
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
MAN 352 Human Resources Management (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Learning target:
The students
...understand the role of human resource management in organizations
...learn to evaluate methods of personnel selection and development
...understand the basics of job design
…understand advantages and disadvantages of different forms of pay and benefit
…become acquainted with current issues in human resource management
Besides the lecture, teaching assistants offer a bi-weekly 90 minutes exercise class. The exercise classes' goal is the repetition and expansion of the knowledge students acquire in the lecture. To reach that goal the exercise class will offer a mixture of additional knowledge, exercises, and an interactive element, which will improve the ability of knowledge exchange and self-dependent work in small groups.
...understand the role of human resource management in organizations
...learn to evaluate methods of personnel selection and development
...understand the basics of job design
…understand advantages and disadvantages of different forms of pay and benefit
…become acquainted with current issues in human resource management
Besides the lecture, teaching assistants offer a bi-weekly 90 minutes exercise class. The exercise classes' goal is the repetition and expansion of the knowledge students acquire in the lecture. To reach that goal the exercise class will offer a mixture of additional knowledge, exercises, and an interactive element, which will improve the ability of knowledge exchange and self-dependent work in small groups.
Literature:
Noe, R. A., Hollenbeck, J. R., Gerhart, B. A., & Wright, P. M. (2016). Fundamentals of Human Resource Management (6th revised edition). McGraw Hill Higher Education.
Examination achievement:
Final exam (4 ECTS) + Assignments (+2 ECTS; mandatory for incoming and business education students only).
Please note that law students have to take the final exam and can earn 4 ECTS only. Incoming and business education students also (besides the final exam) have to work on several assignments during the semester and earn 6 ECTS.
In order to pass this course successfully, the student has to reach at least an overall grade of 4.0.
Please note that you are only allowed to register for the alternative exam date in our re-sit exam period if you registered for the first attempt and failed it.
Please note that law students have to take the final exam and can earn 4 ECTS only. Incoming and business education students also (besides the final exam) have to work on several assignments during the semester and earn 6 ECTS.
In order to pass this course successfully, the student has to reach at least an overall grade of 4.0.
Please note that you are only allowed to register for the alternative exam date in our re-sit exam period if you registered for the first attempt and failed it.
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Torsten Biemann
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
Description:
The lecture MAN 352 Human Resource Management is part of the courses offered to bachelor students in business administration and law at the University of Mannheim. To get an idea of the coherences, problems, and solutions of human resource management as well as the tasks, operational areas, and instruments of management we offer a weekly lecture (1.5 hours) for 12 weeks.
The lecture includes the following topics on human resource management:Human Resource Environment
Noe, R. A., Hollenbeck, J. R., Gerhart, B. A., & Wright, P. M. (2016). Fundamentals of Human Resource Management (6th revised edition). McGraw Hill Higher Education.
The lecture includes the following topics on human resource management:Human Resource Environment
- Job Analysis & Job Design
- HR Planning & Recruiting
- Selection
- Training
- Performance Management
- Employee Development
- Separation & Retention
- Compensation
- Incentives + International HRM
- High-Performance Organizations
Noe, R. A., Hollenbeck, J. R., Gerhart, B. A., & Wright, P. M. (2016). Fundamentals of Human Resource Management (6th revised edition). McGraw Hill Higher Education.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Marketing (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Florian Kraus
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | SO 108 Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Ost |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Marketing (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Florian Kraus
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SO 108 Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Ost |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
OPM 301 Operations Management (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Raik Stolletz, Prof. Dr. Cornelia Schön-Peterson, Dr. Dr. Ruibing Wang, Tim Weber
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Bachelor Business Administration | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Produktion (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Tobias Breitenbach, Jan Strackbein, Prof. Dr. Raik Stolletz
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Produktion (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Tobias Breitenbach, Prof. Dr. Raik Stolletz, Jan Strackbein
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog Beifach BWL | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Business School – Master
MAN 770 Exercise Class (Übung MAN 770) (Exercise)
EN
Course type:
Exercise
ECTS:
6.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Instructor(s):
Kai Frömsdorf, Dr. Robert Strohmeyer
Date(s):
| Wednesday (single date) | 16.09.2026 | 08:30 – 11:30 | 358 Pool-Raum; L 7, 3–5 |
| Wednesday (single date) | 21.10.2026 | 08:30 – 11:00 | 358 Pool-Raum; L 7, 3–5 |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog MMM | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog MMM | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
MAN 770 Research Seminar (Seminar)
EN
Course type:
Seminar
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
On-campus and online, live
Instructor(s):
Kai Frömsdorf, Dr. Robert Strohmeyer
Date(s):
| Thursday (single date) | 10.09.2026 | 09:00 – 18:00 | EO 256 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
| Thursday (single date) | 15.10.2026 | 09:00 – 18:00 | EO 256 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
| Thursday (single date) | 19.11.2026 | 09:00 – 18:00 | 001 Hörsaal; L 9, 1–2 |
Description:
Please find a detailed course description via the following link:
Module Catalog MMM | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
Module Catalog MMM | Universität Mannheim (uni-mannheim.de)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Social Sciences – Bachelor
VL Selected Topics in International Relations: Political Violence (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
7
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
The lecture is open to students from advanced semesters who already had courses during their studies in Political Science or International Relations, it is not suited to students who are still at the beginning of their studies. Students who were not nominated for the Department of Political Science can send their Transcript of Records by mid/
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Melanie Sauter
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | B 243 Hörsaal; A 5, 6 Bauteil B |
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Selected Topics in Comparative Government: Decision Processes in Parties, Parliaments and Governments of Modern Democracies (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
7
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
The lecture is open to students from advanced semesters who already had courses during their studies in Political Science, it is not suited to students who are still at the beginning of their studies. Students who were not nominated for the Department of Political Science can send their Transcript of Records by mid/
Examination achievement:
Abschlussklausur (90 Minuten)
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Marc Debus
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | B 244 Hörsaal; A 5, 6 Bauteil B |
Description:
In der Vorlesung werden zentrale theoretische und methodische Ansätze der Vergleichenden Regierungslehre (VR) anhand der Analyse von Entscheidungsprozessen in Parteien, Parlamenten und Regierungen westlicher Demokratien vorgestellt und diskutiert. Hierzu werden gängige Konzepte und Theorien der VR wie Repräsentations-, Koalitions- und Delegationstheorien einerseits sowie auf institutionellen Eigenschaften politischer Systeme aufbauende Ansätze andererseits angewendet und ihre empirische Evidenz evaluiert.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Introduction to the political system of the FRG (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Exchange students from all departments are welcome to register for this course by using Portal2. We recommend registration before lecture period starts, since this is helpful for gaining access to the reading materials.
1st year course. No prerequisites.
Examination achievement:
Abschlussklausur (90 Minuten)
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Marc Debus
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
Description:
Die Vorlesung führt in die institutionellen Eigenschaften des politischen System Deutschlands ein. In diesem Kontext werden auch die Strukturen des politischen Prozesses – jeweils mit Rückgriff auf zentrale theoretische Ansätze der Politikwissenschaft – näher beleuchtet und empirisch illustriert. Zu Beginn der Vorlesung werden die historischen Grundlagen und die Entwicklung des politischen Systems Deutschlands dargestellt, um dann auf die einzelnen Institutionen, ihre Kompetenzen und ihre Stellung im politischen Prozess näher einzugehen. In einem zweiten Schritt werden die Muster der sozialen und politischen Partizipation einerseits sowie des Parteiensystems, des Parteienwettbewerbs und der Regierungsbildung in Deutschland andererseits besprochen. Abschließend wird die Struktur des politischen Systems der Europäischen Union und die Effekte des europäischen Mehrebenensystems für den politischen Prozess und für das Regieren in der Bundesrepublik Deutschland diskutiert.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Introduction to Political Science (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Exchange students from all departments are welcome to register for this course by using Portal2. We recommend registration before lecture period starts, since this is helpful for gaining access to the reading materials.
No prerequisites required.
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Harald Schoen
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
Description:
Die Vorlesung bietet eine Einführung in die
Politikwissenschaft und ist für Studierende im ersten Semester konzipiert. Die
Veranstaltung stellt grundlegende Konzepte der politik-wissenschaftlichen
Forschung dar und gibt einen Überblick über zentrale Grundbegriffe, Fragen,
Theorien und Methoden der Politikwissenschaft.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Introduction to Political Sociology (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Exchange students from all departments are welcome to register for this course by using Portal2. We recommend registration before lecture period starts, since this is helpful for gaining access to the reading materials.
2nd year course. Basic knowledge in Political Science is helpful.
Literature:
Dalton, Russell J., 2014: Citizen politics: Public opinion and political parties in advanced industrial democracies, 6. Auflage, Washington, DC: CQ Press.
Kaina, Viktoria/
Kaina, Viktoria/
Examination achievement:
Multiple-Choice-Klausur
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Harald Schoen
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | SN 169 Röchling Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
Description:
Die Vorlesung führt in das politikwissenschaftliche Teilgebiet der Politischen Soziologie ein. Unter anderem werden folgende Themenbereiche behandelt: Grundlegende Denkansätze der Politischen Soziologie, soziopolitische Konfliktlinien, Wertorientierungen und Ideologien, Parteien und Parteiensysteme, organisierte Interessen und soziale Bewegungen, politische Kommunikation, soziale und politische Beteiligung sowie Wahlverhalten.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Empirical Political Research (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Exchange students from all departments are welcome to register for this course by using Portal2. We recommend registration before lecture period starts, since this is helpful for gaining access to the reading materials.
There are also optional tutorials, please register by using Portal2 as well.
Literature:
Kellstedt, Paul & Guy Whitten. 2009. The Fundamentals of Political Science Research, Cambridge: Cambridge University Press.
Johnson, Janet; Henry Reynolds & Jason Mycoff. 2007. Political Science Research Methods 6th ed., Washington: CQ Press.
Manheim, Jarol, Richard Rich; Lars Willnat & Craig Brians. 2008. Empirical Political Analysis: Research Methods in Political Science, 7th ed., New York: Longman Press.
Blastland, Michael & Andrew Dilnot. 2007. The Tiger That Isn't: Seeing Through a World of Numbers, London: Profile
Johnson, Janet; Henry Reynolds & Jason Mycoff. 2007. Political Science Research Methods 6th ed., Washington: CQ Press.
Manheim, Jarol, Richard Rich; Lars Willnat & Craig Brians. 2008. Empirical Political Analysis: Research Methods in Political Science, 7th ed., New York: Longman Press.
Blastland, Michael & Andrew Dilnot. 2007. The Tiger That Isn't: Seeing Through a World of Numbers, London: Profile
Examination achievement:
Final Exam (90 minutes)
Instructor(s):
Sean Damien Carey Ph.D.
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | M 003 PWC Hörsaal; Schloss Mittelbau |
Description:
It is critically important to use appropriate empirical evidence to evaluate theoretical claims in political science. This course will provide a conceptual understanding of the techniques and practical experience in conducting political research. This course will familiarise students with a range of approaches and methods used in the study of contemporary political phenomena. It concentrates on understanding empirical political research, using both qualitative and quantitative approaches. Particular attention is paid to the collection, analysis and utilisation of quantitative data
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Lecture: Introduction to Sociology (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Frank Kalter
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Introduction to International Relations (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Exchange students from all departments are welcome to register for this course by using Portal2. We recommend registration before lecture period starts, since this is helpful for gaining access to the reading materials.
2nd year course. Basic knowledge in Political Science is helpful.
Examination achievement:
Written exam
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Valentin Lang
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | M 003 PWC Hörsaal; Schloss Mittelbau |
Description:
This lecture provides an introduction to key concepts, theories, and methods of International Relations (IR). It presents and discusses research on both international security and international political economy. As regards international security, we will look at explanations of international and transnational conflicts, as well as at the conditions for international cooperation and institutionalization. Concerning international political economy, we will examine global economic relations in the areas of trade, finance, and development cooperation. The lecture will also address international environmental cooperation and contemporary challenges for the liberal international order.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Selected Topics in Political Sociology (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
7
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Exchange Students of the Political Science department can use the template sent by the international coordinator. Exchange students from other departments: please send an email to int-pol@sowi.uni-mannheim.de with your Name, Home University, the School you are studying at in Mannheim and Matrikelnummer if applicalble. The course is recommended for the 2nd or 3rd year of studies and requires at least intermediate skills in Political Science.
Examination achievement:
Written Exam (Klausur)
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Harald Schoen
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | B 243 Hörsaal; A 5, 6 Bauteil B |
Description:
Elections are a key institution in
representative democracy and the most important opportunity for citizens to
participate in the political arena. It is thus not surprising that electoral
behavior occupies a fundamental role in the study of politics and also human
behavior in politics. The lecture aims at providing students with an
understanding of the main concepts related to citizen participation in
electoral processes and its analysis. In addition to introducing theoretical underpinnings of elections, the
lecture presents the main theoretical approaches to the study of voting
behavior and provides and discusses evidence on how and why people participate
in elections and vote for political parties and candidates.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
VL Germany's Social Structure in International Comparison (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Examination achievement:
Klausur
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Irena Kogan
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | SN 169 Röchling Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
Description:
The lecture gives a systematic overview of the most important characteristics of the social structure of Germany in comparison to other European countries. It focuses on changes and trends in education, employment, population household and family structure as well as social mobility with a special reference to income distributions and the development of the prosperity.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
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Humanities – Bachelor
ANG 301 Introduction to Linguistics, Course A (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | EO 150 AbsolventUM Hörsaal; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
This course is designed to introduce beginning students to the central terms and topics in current (English) linguistics. Topics to be dealt with include phonetics, phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, major (syntactic) contrasts between English and German. We will also have some brief looks at how these topics are relevant in language acquisition, language storage and processing in the human brain, and language variation over time and in society.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301 Introduction to Linguistics, Course B (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
Pernelle Lorette Ph.D.
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | EO 150 AbsolventUM Hörsaal; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
This course is designed to introduce beginning students to the central terms and topics in current (English) linguistics. Topics to be dealt with include phonetics, phonology, morphology, semantics, syntax, major (syntactic) contrasts between English and German. We will also have some brief looks at how these topics are relevant in language acquisition, language storage and processing in the human brain, and language variation over time and in society.
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Daniela Mutschler (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Janika Schön (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Jürgen Kinkel (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Lea Strohfeldt (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Margot Thruelsen (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Mirja Maier (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Nadine Hinninger (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
On-campus and online, live
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Nicole Müller (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Saliha Güney (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301–1 Tut Introduction to Linguistics, Vili Valter (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301-Ü Introduction to Linguistics, Course A (Exercise)
EN
Course type:
Exercise
ECTS:
0.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Dieter Thoma
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | EO 154 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 301-Ü Introduction to Linguistics, Course B (Exercise)
EN
Course type:
Exercise
ECTS:
0.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
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Instructor(s):
Pernelle Lorette Ph.D.
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | EO 157 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310- Introduction to Literary Studies, Course A (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Language: English
Learning target:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and apply key analytical terms related to prose, poetry, and drama
- Situate literary texts within historical, cultural, and theoretical frameworks
- Demonstrate familiarity with the major periods of British and American literature
- Engage critically with literary texts in oral and written academic formats
Literature:
A digital course reader (with primary and secondary texts) will be provided via ILIAS at the start of the semester.
In addition, the following texts must be purchased in the specified editions:
Please make sure to bring the required texts to class and tutorials.
In addition, the following texts must be purchased in the specified editions:
- Mario Klarer, An Introduction to Literary Studies (Routledge, 1999 or later)
- William Shakespeare, Hamlet: Prince of Denmark, ed. Philip Edwards. 3rd ed. (New Cambridge Shakespeare, 2019)
- Nella Larsen, Passing (Signet, 2021) – with an introduction by Brit Bennett
Please make sure to bring the required texts to class and tutorials.
Examination achievement:
The course concludes with a 90-minute written exam, which will assess students’ understanding of key concepts, terminology, and texts discussed in the course.
Exam period: December 8–20, 2025. The exact date and location will be announced during the semester.
Exam period: December 8–20, 2025. The exact date and location will be announced during the semester.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Jan Dominik Kucharzewski
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | EO 150 AbsolventUM Hörsaal; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
This course offers an introduction to the fundamental tools, concepts, and methods of literary analysis with a particular focus on anglophone literatures and cultures. We will explore how to read and interpret works of poetry, prose, and drama by engaging with major texts from British and American literary traditions, spanning from the sixteenth century to the present.
What exactly is literature—and what does it mean to study it at university level? We begin by addressing these foundational questions before turning to the three main literary genres: narrative fiction, drama, and poetry. For each genre, we will introduce central technical terms and theoretical approaches that will enable students to engage critically with literary texts. Special attention will be paid to the historical contexts in which literature is produced and received, as well as to key cultural movements and literary periods in Britain and the United States.
By the end of the course, students will have acquired a working vocabulary for literary analysis and a foundational understanding of the literary canon and its discontents. This course is designed to prepare students for more advanced seminars in literary and cultural studies.
Structure of the module
What exactly is literature—and what does it mean to study it at university level? We begin by addressing these foundational questions before turning to the three main literary genres: narrative fiction, drama, and poetry. For each genre, we will introduce central technical terms and theoretical approaches that will enable students to engage critically with literary texts. Special attention will be paid to the historical contexts in which literature is produced and received, as well as to key cultural movements and literary periods in Britain and the United States.
By the end of the course, students will have acquired a working vocabulary for literary analysis and a foundational understanding of the literary canon and its discontents. This course is designed to prepare students for more advanced seminars in literary and cultural studies.
Structure of the module
- ANG310 Lecture (weekly, with three mandatory quizzesin the course of the semester)
- ANG310 Tutorial (weekly, starting in Week 2; attendance is mandatory, no more than three absences)
- ANG310 Übung (every 3 weeks, staring in Week 2, voluntary exam preparation)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310- Introduction to Literary Studies, Course B (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Learning target:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify and apply key analytical terms related to prose, poetry, and drama
- Situate literary texts within historical, cultural, and theoretical frameworks
Demonstrate familiarity with the major periods of British and American literature - Engage critically with literary texts in oral and written academic formats
Literature:
A digital course reader (with primary and secondary texts) will be provided via ILIAS at the start of the semester. In addition, the following texts must be purchased in the specified editions:
- Mario Klarer, An Introduction to Literary Studies (Routledge, 1999 or later), you can download the book free of charge from UB PRIMO
- William Shakespeare, Hamlet: Prince of Denmark, ed. Philip Edwards. 3rd ed. (New Cambridge Shakespeare, 2019)
- Nella Larsen, Passing (Signet, 2021) – with an introduction by Brit Bennett
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | EO 145 Hörsaal (Bürgerhörsaal); Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
During this course students will learn the basic skills and methodologies necessary for the study of literature, especially with regard to anglophone letters and cultures. Students will learn how to analyze poetry, prose, and drama by studying major works of British and American literature from the sixteenth to the twenty-first centuries. The focus will be on the technical as well as cultural aspects of works of literature and their historical contexts.
The course will start by answering the question what literature and the study of literature actually are and then provide an introduction to the three main genres of literature written in English (prose, drama, and poetry). In discussing these genres, we will take a closer look at key theoretical concepts and tools for the analysis of literary texts. Besides, we will also identify important periods in the history of British and American literature.
Important Note RE: Tutorials
The lecture will be accompanied by mandatory tutorials for which you have to sign up separately. Please note that the tutorials are attached to specific lectures and are not interchangeable. While both lectures will cover the same content, the scheduling might differ slightly between sessions and it is therefore advisable to attend a tutorial with the tutors who are also attending the lecture in question.
Students enrolled in Lecture A (Dr. Glomb) must register for a tutorial held by one of the following tutors:
In addition to the lecture and the mandatory tutorials, this course offers an optional “Übung” (practical session) designed to deepen and reinforce the knowledge acquired in the lecture. The “Übung” provides a space for guided close reading, practice exercises, and Q&A opportunities. It is especially recommended for students who wish to improve their academic writing, sharpen their analytical tools, or prepare for the final exam in a more interactive setting.
The “Übung” will be divided into four thematic sections, each aligned with a major unit of the lecture: (1) Literary Studies/
Participation in the “Übung” is not mandatory and does not affect exam eligibility. Details about the time, format, and registration will be provided during the first session of the lecture.
The course will start by answering the question what literature and the study of literature actually are and then provide an introduction to the three main genres of literature written in English (prose, drama, and poetry). In discussing these genres, we will take a closer look at key theoretical concepts and tools for the analysis of literary texts. Besides, we will also identify important periods in the history of British and American literature.
Important Note RE: Tutorials
The lecture will be accompanied by mandatory tutorials for which you have to sign up separately. Please note that the tutorials are attached to specific lectures and are not interchangeable. While both lectures will cover the same content, the scheduling might differ slightly between sessions and it is therefore advisable to attend a tutorial with the tutors who are also attending the lecture in question.
Students enrolled in Lecture A (Dr. Glomb) must register for a tutorial held by one of the following tutors:
- Lara-Sophie Herrmann (PG 1 or PG 2)
- Charlotte Fricke (PG 3)
- Lea May (PG 4 or PG 5
In addition to the lecture and the mandatory tutorials, this course offers an optional “Übung” (practical session) designed to deepen and reinforce the knowledge acquired in the lecture. The “Übung” provides a space for guided close reading, practice exercises, and Q&A opportunities. It is especially recommended for students who wish to improve their academic writing, sharpen their analytical tools, or prepare for the final exam in a more interactive setting.
The “Übung” will be divided into four thematic sections, each aligned with a major unit of the lecture: (1) Literary Studies/
Participation in the “Übung” is not mandatory and does not affect exam eligibility. Details about the time, format, and registration will be provided during the first session of the lecture.
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Glomb (Charlotte Fricke) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Glomb (Lara-Sophie Herrmann) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
On-campus and online, live
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Glomb (Lara-Sophie Herrmann) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Glomb (Lea May) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Glomb (Lea May) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Kucharzewski (Anna Boctor) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Jan Dominik Kucharzewski
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Kucharzewski (Hanna Lechner) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Online, live & recorded
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Jan Dominik Kucharzewski
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Kucharzewski (Hanna Lechner) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Jan Dominik Kucharzewski
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Kucharzewski (Luis Rößner) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Jan Dominik Kucharzewski
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310–1 Tut Introduction to Literary Studies, Lecture by Kucharzewski, (Luis Rößner) (Tutorial)
EN
Course type:
Tutorial
ECTS:
2.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Jan Dominik Kucharzewski
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
ANG 310-Ü Introduction to Literary Studies (Exercise)
EN
Course type:
Exercise
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Stefan Glomb
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | EO 242 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft: Propädeutikum zum online-Modul (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Online, live
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Sandra Beck
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 17:15 – 18:45 | 308 Seminarraum; L 9, 7 |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Einführung in die Sprachwissenschaft (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an der Vorlesung alleine (ohne Tutorium) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the lecture alone (without tutorial)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Marie-Luis Merten
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 15.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | EO 145 Hörsaal (Bürgerhörsaal); Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
GER E NLVL VL Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an der Vorlesung alleine (ohne Tutorium) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the lecture alone (without tutorial)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
apl. Prof. Dr. Ulrich Kittstein
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | M 003 PWC Hörsaal; Schloss Mittelbau |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
IDV 401 International Cultural Studies Lecture (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
5.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
On-campus and online, live & recorded
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Learning target:
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Identify and explain key concepts and theoretical approaches in Cultural Studies, including ideology, hegemony, power, race, gender, and postcolonialism.
- Understand how cultural texts and practices shape and reflect broader societal, political, and historical structures.
Summarize and reflect on central ideas from influential thinkers such as Hoggart, Marx, Foucault, Du Bois, Said, de Beauvoir, Butler, and others. - Apply selected theories to analyze cultural phenomena and contemporary debates.
- Develop a critical understanding of how categories such as race, class, gender, and nature are constructed and contested across different cultural contexts.
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
Written Exam (“Bring your own device”)
Instructor(s):
Dr.habil. Charlotte Lerg, Prof. Dr. Philipp Gassert, Dr. Ana-Sofia Uhl
Date(s):
| Wednesday (single date) | 09.09.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
| Wednesday (single date) | 14.10.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
| Wednesday (single date) | 04.11.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
| Wednesday (single date) | 25.11.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
| Wednesday (single date) | 02.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
| Wednesday (single date) | 09.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | SN 163 Manfred Lautenschläger Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
Description:
Please contact ics@uni-mannheim.de if you have any questions.
Content
The lecture International Cultural Studies introduces students to basic select topics and concepts fundamental to the field of Cultural Studies by discussing texts and theories from international scholars. It provides an overview of key terms such as race, class, gender, and identity, among others, and seeks to enable students to understand and reflect upon these key terms and their underlying concepts within their historical, societal, and cultural context. To do so, it raises questions on how cultural texts and practices shape our understanding of society, politics, history and culture.
Organizational Information
Lecture in Inverted Classroom (IC) Format
The course follows an Inverted Classroom (IC) format. Each week, students will gain online access to a 45-minute video lecture along with supplementary materials (texts, presentations, links, etc.). These materials are to be studied independently during a self-learning phase. Weekly online quizzes and additional interactive tools help students consolidate their understanding of the course content.
Students also have the opportunity to further discuss the material and clarify open questions in weekly tutorial sessions led by master’s student tutors.
The video lectures are complemented by four Inverted Classroom (IC) sessions held on-site in a hybrid format (both in-person and online). These sessions aim to embed the content of each thematic unit into a broader context and to highlight connections to current developments and phenomena.
The course concludes with a written exam consisting of single-choice questions and short essay responses. The exam will be conducted in a “Bring Your Own Device” format, meaning students will answer the questions in a university exam room using their own laptops.
Please note: A different examination format applies for students participating in the Engage.EU Online Exchange Initiative. Further details will be provided upon admission to the course.
Content
The lecture International Cultural Studies introduces students to basic select topics and concepts fundamental to the field of Cultural Studies by discussing texts and theories from international scholars. It provides an overview of key terms such as race, class, gender, and identity, among others, and seeks to enable students to understand and reflect upon these key terms and their underlying concepts within their historical, societal, and cultural context. To do so, it raises questions on how cultural texts and practices shape our understanding of society, politics, history and culture.
Organizational Information
Lecture in Inverted Classroom (IC) Format
The course follows an Inverted Classroom (IC) format. Each week, students will gain online access to a 45-minute video lecture along with supplementary materials (texts, presentations, links, etc.). These materials are to be studied independently during a self-learning phase. Weekly online quizzes and additional interactive tools help students consolidate their understanding of the course content.
Students also have the opportunity to further discuss the material and clarify open questions in weekly tutorial sessions led by master’s student tutors.
The video lectures are complemented by four Inverted Classroom (IC) sessions held on-site in a hybrid format (both in-person and online). These sessions aim to embed the content of each thematic unit into a broader context and to highlight connections to current developments and phenomena.
The course concludes with a written exam consisting of single-choice questions and short essay responses. The exam will be conducted in a “Bring Your Own Device” format, meaning students will answer the questions in a university exam room using their own laptops.
Please note: A different examination format applies for students participating in the Engage.EU Online Exchange Initiative. Further details will be provided upon admission to the course.
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction into Romance Literature and Media (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
Klausur
Instructor(s):
Dr. Lena Schönwälder
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | EO 150 AbsolventUM Hörsaal; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
Die Einführungsveranstaltung vermittelt das Basiswissen, auf dem das Studium der romanischen Literatur- und Medienwissenschaft aufbaut. Die Veranstaltung schließt mit einer Klausur ab.
Neben der Klärung grundsätzlicher Fragen und Begriffe führt die Vorlesung in Gegenstandsbereiche, Gattungen und literatur- und medienwissenschaftliche Arbeitsweisen ein. Darüber hinaus sollen unter Rückgriff auf literatur- und kulturtheoretische Ansätze verschiedene Methoden des Lesens, Textverstehens und Interpretierens vorgestellt und eingeübt werden.
Neben der Klärung grundsätzlicher Fragen und Begriffe führt die Vorlesung in Gegenstandsbereiche, Gattungen und literatur- und medienwissenschaftliche Arbeitsweisen ein. Darüber hinaus sollen unter Rückgriff auf literatur- und kulturtheoretische Ansätze verschiedene Methoden des Lesens, Textverstehens und Interpretierens vorgestellt und eingeübt werden.
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction to Romance Linguistics (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Examination achievement:
Die Veranstaltung schließt mit einer Klausur ab.
Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Amina Kropp
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | EO 242 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
Wie sind die romanischen Sprachen entstanden? Wie ist ihre Ausdifferenzierung zu erklären, ihre heutige 'Gestalt' zu beschreiben? Welche Begriffe, Theorien und Methoden stellt die moderne Sprachwissenschaft dafür zur Verfügung? Welche Anwendungsbereiche eröffnen sprachwissenschaftliche Theorien und Methoden (z. B. Textlinguistik, Spracherwerb und Mehrsprachigkeit, Soziolinguistik...)?
Diese und ähnliche Fragen werden in der Ringvorlesung behandelt und dabei gemeinsame Grundlagen für das weitere sprachwissenschaftliche Studium vermittelt. Um das Verständnis direkt zu vertiefen, sind kurze Quiz in die Präsenzsitzungen integriert: In Kleingruppen oder im Austausch mit der Gesamtgruppe werden Lösungsansätze diskutiert und Themen reflektiert. Die Aufgaben dienen nicht der Bewertung, sondern als Lernbegleitung – sie geben individuell unterstützendes Feedback, stärken den Austausch unter Kommiliton*innen und helfen, Wissenslücken frühzeitig zu erkennen.
Introduction to Romance Linguistics (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Examination achievement:
Die Veranstaltung schließt mit einer Klausur ab.
Instructor(s):
PD Dr. Amina Kropp
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | EO 242 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
Description:
Wie sind die romanischen Sprachen entstanden? Wie ist ihre Ausdifferenzierung zu erklären, ihre heutige 'Gestalt' zu beschreiben? Welche Begriffe, Theorien und Methoden stellt die moderne Sprachwissenschaft dafür zur Verfügung? Welche Anwendungsbereiche eröffnen sprachwissenschaftliche Theorien und Methoden (z. B. Textlinguistik, Spracherwerb und Mehrsprachigkeit, Soziolinguistik...)?
Diese und ähnliche Fragen werden in der Ringvorlesung behandelt und dabei gemeinsame Grundlagen für das weitere sprachwissenschaftliche Studium vermittelt. Um das Verständnis direkt zu vertiefen, sind kurze Quiz in die Präsenzsitzungen integriert: In Kleingruppen oder im Austausch mit der Gesamtgruppe werden Lösungsansätze diskutiert und Themen reflektiert. Die Aufgaben dienen nicht der Bewertung, sondern als Lernbegleitung – sie geben individuell unterstützendes Feedback, stärken den Austausch unter Kommiliton*innen und helfen, Wissenslücken frühzeitig zu erkennen.
Tutorium zur Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft, Kurs 1 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | 310 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Tutorium zur Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft, Kurs 2 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 17:15 – 18:45 | 310 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Tutorium zur Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft, Kurs 3 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Tutorium zur Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft, Kurs 4 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Tutorium zur Einführung in die Literaturwissenschaft, Kurs 5 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction to German Linguistics – Tutorial Group 1 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 16.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction to German Linguistics – Tutorial Group 2 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 17.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction to German Linguistics – Tutorial Group 3 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Peter Schüller
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 16.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction to German Linguistics – Tutorial Group 4 (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Peter Schüller
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 17.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 17:15 – 18:45 | 309 Seminarraum; B 6, 30–32 Bauteil E-F |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Tutorium zur VL Einführung in die Sprachwissenschaft (Introductory course)
DE
Course type:
Introductory course
ECTS:
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
ECTS-Punkte: 8
(insgesamt für die erfolgreiche Teilnahme an Vorlesung und Tutorium / in total
for successful participation in lecture and tutorial)
Mit der Teilnahme an einem Tutorium alleine (ohne Vorlesung) können keine
ECTS-Punkte erworben werden!
No
ECTS credits can be earned by attending the tutorial alone (without lecture)!
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the
School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For
further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der
Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse
anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 18.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Vorlesung Einführung in die Geschichtswissenschaften (01) (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Julia Angster, Prof. Dr. Jochen Streb
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | SN 169 Röchling Hörsaal; Schloss Schneckenhof Nord |
| Friday (single date) | 27.11.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | M 003 PWC Hörsaal; Schloss Mittelbau |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Vorlesung Mittelalter (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
Registration: All incoming exchange students at the School of Humanities need to register for their courses via Portal2. For further details, please check the instructions for course registration or contact incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Anmeldung: Alle Austauschstudierenden der Philosophischen Fakultät müssen sich über Portal2 für ihre Kurse anmelden. Weitere Informationen finden Sie in unserer Anleitung oder wenden Sie sich an incoming.philuni-mannheim.de.
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Annette Kehnel
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | EO 150 AbsolventUM Hörsaal; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Humanities – Master
Aktuelle Forschungen zu Mittelalter und früher Neuzeit (Research seminar)
DE
Course type:
Research seminar
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Master
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Annette Kehnel, Verena Weller, Dr. Anja Thaller
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 17:15 – 18:45 | EO 242 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Economics – Bachelor
Grundlagen der Volkswirtschaftslehre (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Steffen Habermalz Ph.D., Dr. Alexander Donges
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Grundlagen der Volkswirtschaftslehre (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Steffen Habermalz Ph.D., Dr. Alexander Donges
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | 001.A Hörsaal; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Grundlagen der Volkswirtschaftslehre (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Online, live
Instructor(s):
Steffen Habermalz Ph.D., Dr. Alexander Donges
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | ZOOM-Lehre-119; Virtuelles Gebäude |
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | ZOOM-Lehre-063; Virtuelles Gebäude |
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Introduction to Economic History for Economists (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Jochen Streb
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
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Law – Bachelor
An Introduction to the Law and Legal System of the United States (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Registration procedure:
This course will introduce students to distinctive aspects that comprise the law and legal system of the United States. Topics will examine the interplay between state and federal court systems, as well as sources of law and lawmaking, the American legal education and becoming a lawyer. We will explore key subjects from first-year law school curriculum, including torts, contract, property, constitutional law, criminal law, and criminal and civil procedure. Other topics will include the jury trial, class actions, punitive damages, and practical aspects of the law in the United States, such as rules of discovery and the basics of legal research, writing and trial advocacy.
The course will be split into three parts: first, general aspects of U.S. laws and legal system; second, an overview of substantive topics in key subject areas of law; and, third, practicing law in the United States including commencing a lawsuit, research, and litigation.
Your final grade will comprise class preparedness, homework assignment (written or oral) and a written final exam.
About the Lecturer:
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
The course will be split into three parts: first, general aspects of U.S. laws and legal system; second, an overview of substantive topics in key subject areas of law; and, third, practicing law in the United States including commencing a lawsuit, research, and litigation.
Your final grade will comprise class preparedness, homework assignment (written or oral) and a written final exam.
About the Lecturer:
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Das französische Recht und seine Rechtssprache (Course)
FR
Course type:
Course
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
French
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Rupert Vogel
Date(s):
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | 016 Seminarraum; A 3 Bibl.,Hörsaalgebäude |
Digital Assets Regulation (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
1
Registration procedure:
The amount and value of new digital objects appeared due to the ongoing development of information technologies and covered by the concept “digital assets” is constantly and impressively growing. However, the legal landscape for such objects is still under considerations. The main issue that needs to be resolved to ensure rights of digital assets’ holders is which legal provisions are the most appropriate for the regulation of relations regarding digital assets.
This course aims to both give understanding of the digital assets and ways to protect rights to digital assets in terms of current legislation and case law as well as defining digital ownership as a perspective way to protect rights to digital assets. It is also important to understand the border between data and digital assets, how these two groups of digital objects are correlated and what are the differences in their protection. That is why the course embraces also the basics of data protection. Based on that, the course covers such topics:
- Digital assets: notion, types, legal landscape
- Digital ownership: European and American perspectives
- Digital assets and data: the basics of data protection
- Personal and machine-generated data ownership issues
- Cryptocurrencies, NFT and other crypto-assets
- Social media and online gaming accounts
- Digital inheritance
The first topic aims to introduce current approaches to the definition of digital assets, describe types of digital assets and recent legislative findings on digital assets regulation.
In the second chapter the concept of digital ownership as a type of ownership will be described, current developments on implementing this concept in European and American legal field will be highlighted, the feasibility and necessity of this concept for protection of rights to digital assets will be explained.
The third section covers basics of privacy law, data protection, gives understanding of Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), the link between data and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Issues of correlation between information and data concepts will be discussed in this section.
The fourth chapter looks into the current legal regulation of personal data and machine-generated data, aiming to describe the concept of data ownership and its correlation with digital ownership.
The fifth chapter aims to discuss approach to legal regulation of cryptocurrencies and other crypto-assets both at the European and national legislative level. It specifically focuses on the issues of NFT, including their transfer and connection to intellectual property rights.
Social media and online gaming accounts will be discussed from the digital ownership perspective. Tradable elements of the account will be revealed, current possibilities to protect rights and get benefits from social and online gaming accounts considering provisions of the Terms of Service will be discussed.
In the section on digital inheritance current issues and instruments to define post-mortal fate of digital assets will be discussed. Possible legal frames for common and civil law to dispose of digital assets will be highlighted, the US experience to solve this issue will be considered.
Learning outcomes and qualification goals:
The course intends to provide students with a deeper understanding of the digital assets concept and approaches to protect rights to digital assets.
Exam type: essay
Special Requirements: participation in discussions, presentation of the key topics during the course is required.
About the Lecturer:
Prof. Dr. Kateryna Nekit is a Professor in the Civil Law Department at the National University “Odesa Law Academy” and currently serves as a Research Fellow and Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Mannheim. In 2022, she completed her habilitation thesis on the right to private property in the information society and was awarded the degree of Doctor of Juridical Science (equivalent to Dr. Habil.).
From August 2022 to July 2023, she was a Guest Researcher at the Center for SME Research and Entrepreneurship at the University of Mannheim, where she led the project “Digital Assets in the Activities of Technology-Oriented Startups”. Drawing on this experience, she developed the course “Digital Assets Regulation”, which she has been teaching at the University of Mannheim since 2023.
Since 2023, she has also been an invited speaker at Mannheim Business School and a Guest Professor at the Salzburg Summer School on Private Law. In 2024, she served as a Guest Professor at the University of Brescia (Italy), delivering a lecture series titled “Legal Implications of Digital Assets” for PhD students.
Her research focuses on digital property and the role of data in the digital age.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
International Civil and Commercial Litigation (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Registration procedure:
This course examines all major aspects of cross-border litigation as the conventional and most important method of international dispute resolution between private parties. The primary emphasis is on the conduct of international litigation in EU Member States, but there will also be comparative treatment of other major jurisdictions (notably the UK and the U.S.).
After introducing the concept of international litigation and the main policy issues at stake, the course will comprehensively address the crucial procedural questions lawyers must consider when bringing a cross-border civil or commercial dispute to a national court. These include: international jurisdiction (Which court is competent?), coordination between different jurisdictions (lis pendens, provisional measures), conduct of proceedings (service of documents, taking evidence abroad), as well as recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments.
Students who have completed the course will have developed a sound understanding of international procedural law that will enable them to work successfully in a litigation context, be it in the judiciary, a law firm or a legal department. The course is suitable for exchange and graduate students (LL.M., M.C.B.L.) of law and related fields, as well as for LL.B. students aiming to cover the relevant aspects of international procedural law required for taking the First German State Exam according to § 8 Abs. 2 Nr. 5 JAPrO.
The course will cover the following subjects:
Course materials: Required reading materials will be provided or made available electronically via the university library. Introductory and further readings (optional):
Assessment: tba
Lecturer: Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford)
Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford), is a senior research associate at the Chair of Civil Law, International and European Commercial Law at the University of Mannheim. He has studied law at the Universities of Heidelberg (First State Exam) and Cambridge. During his practical legal training, he clerked inter alia at the dispute resolution department of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer’s Frankfurt office and at the German Federal Constitutional Court. After his Second State Exam at the Higher Regional Court Stuttgart, he completed an LL.M.-program at Stanford Law School and obtained a doctorate at the University of Mannheim with the thesis ‘Transnationale Verträge im nationalen Recht’ (‘Transnational Contracts in National Law’). His research focuses on conflict-of-laws, international commercial, company and financial law, procedural law and private law theory.
After introducing the concept of international litigation and the main policy issues at stake, the course will comprehensively address the crucial procedural questions lawyers must consider when bringing a cross-border civil or commercial dispute to a national court. These include: international jurisdiction (Which court is competent?), coordination between different jurisdictions (lis pendens, provisional measures), conduct of proceedings (service of documents, taking evidence abroad), as well as recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments.
Students who have completed the course will have developed a sound understanding of international procedural law that will enable them to work successfully in a litigation context, be it in the judiciary, a law firm or a legal department. The course is suitable for exchange and graduate students (LL.M., M.C.B.L.) of law and related fields, as well as for LL.B. students aiming to cover the relevant aspects of international procedural law required for taking the First German State Exam according to § 8 Abs. 2 Nr. 5 JAPrO.
The course will cover the following subjects:
- Concept and practical relevance of international litigation
- Advantages and disadvantages of international litigation
- Sources of international procedural law
- International jurisdiction
- Coordination between different jurisdictions
- Conduct of proceedings
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments
Course materials: Required reading materials will be provided or made available electronically via the university library. Introductory and further readings (optional):
- Fentiman, Richard: International Commercial Litigation, 2nd edition, Oxford 2015, Oxford University Press
- Hartley, Trevor C.: International Commercial Litigation, 3rd edition, Cambridge 2020, Cambridge University Press
- Junker, Abbo: Internationales Zivilprozessrecht, 6th edition, München 2023, C. H. Beck
Assessment: tba
Lecturer: Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford)
Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford), is a senior research associate at the Chair of Civil Law, International and European Commercial Law at the University of Mannheim. He has studied law at the Universities of Heidelberg (First State Exam) and Cambridge. During his practical legal training, he clerked inter alia at the dispute resolution department of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer’s Frankfurt office and at the German Federal Constitutional Court. After his Second State Exam at the Higher Regional Court Stuttgart, he completed an LL.M.-program at Stanford Law School and obtained a doctorate at the University of Mannheim with the thesis ‘Transnationale Verträge im nationalen Recht’ (‘Transnational Contracts in National Law’). His research focuses on conflict-of-laws, international commercial, company and financial law, procedural law and private law theory.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Torsten Andreas Kindt
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
International Criminal Law (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Online, live
Literature:
Required reading materials will be provided electronically.
Introductory Readings (optional):
Introductory Readings (optional):
- Cassese, Antonio, ‘International Criminal Law’ (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2008)
- Cryer, Robert, ‘An Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure’ (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2010)
- Schabas, William A., ‘The International Criminal Court: A Commentary on the Rome Statute’ (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2010)
- Werle, Gerhard, ‘Principles of International Criminal Law’ (The Hague, Asser, 2005)
Instructor(s):
Raphael Oidtmann
Description:
Over the past two decades, the international community has taken significant steps to combat impunity for the most serious crimes of concern to the global community. Through the creation of international and hybrid tribunals, as well as the establishment of the permanent International Criminal Court (ICC), a renewed and increasingly robust system of international criminal justice has emerged—redefining the intersection between international law and global politics.
This course introduces students to the foundational principles, institutions, and evolving challenges of international criminal law (ICL). In the first part, students will explore the historical evolution and theoretical underpinnings of ICL, including the legacy of the Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals and the development of ad hoc tribunals in the 1990s, such as the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). Special attention will be given to the ICC—its jurisdiction, structure, and contemporary relevance.
The second part of the course focuses on substantive aspects of international criminal law. Core crimes under the Rome Statute—genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression—will be analyzed in depth. The course also examines other international crimes such as piracy and terrorism, and engages with key legal issues including modes of individual criminal responsibility, head-of-state immunity, complementarity, and the tension between state sovereignty and international accountability.
In addition to legal doctrine and historical precedent, the course will examine current and pressing case studies that illustrate the practical challenges and political significance of international criminal law in action. These include ongoing investigations and proceedings relating to the war in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza and Israel, and other recent conflicts and allegations of international crimes. Through these examples, students will gain insight into the role of ICL in contemporary global affairs and the constraints of enforcing accountability in real-world contexts.
Throughout, students will engage critically with legal texts, judicial decisions, and academic commentary to develop a comprehensive understanding of how international criminal law functions as both a legal framework and a tool of global justice.
Assessment:
Student performance will be evaluated through a closed-book written examination, designed to test both conceptual understanding and the application of legal principles to complex factual scenarios.
Recommended Readings:
This course introduces students to the foundational principles, institutions, and evolving challenges of international criminal law (ICL). In the first part, students will explore the historical evolution and theoretical underpinnings of ICL, including the legacy of the Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals and the development of ad hoc tribunals in the 1990s, such as the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). Special attention will be given to the ICC—its jurisdiction, structure, and contemporary relevance.
The second part of the course focuses on substantive aspects of international criminal law. Core crimes under the Rome Statute—genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression—will be analyzed in depth. The course also examines other international crimes such as piracy and terrorism, and engages with key legal issues including modes of individual criminal responsibility, head-of-state immunity, complementarity, and the tension between state sovereignty and international accountability.
In addition to legal doctrine and historical precedent, the course will examine current and pressing case studies that illustrate the practical challenges and political significance of international criminal law in action. These include ongoing investigations and proceedings relating to the war in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza and Israel, and other recent conflicts and allegations of international crimes. Through these examples, students will gain insight into the role of ICL in contemporary global affairs and the constraints of enforcing accountability in real-world contexts.
Throughout, students will engage critically with legal texts, judicial decisions, and academic commentary to develop a comprehensive understanding of how international criminal law functions as both a legal framework and a tool of global justice.
Assessment:
Student performance will be evaluated through a closed-book written examination, designed to test both conceptual understanding and the application of legal principles to complex factual scenarios.
Recommended Readings:
- Cassese, Antonio, Cassese’s International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2013, 3rd ed.)
- Cryer, Robert, Robinson, Darryl & Vasiliev, Sergey, An Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure(Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2019, 4th ed.)
- Guilfoyle, Douglas, International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2016, 1st ed.)
- Heller, Kevin Jon, Mégret, Frédéric, Nouwen, Sarah M.H., Ohlin, Jens David & Robinson, Darryl (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2020, 1st ed.)
- O’Keefe, Roger, International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2017, 1st ed.)
- Schabas, William (ed.), The Cambridge Companion to International Criminal Law (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2016, 1st ed.)
- Stahn, Carsten, A Critical Introduction to International Criminal Law (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2018, 1st ed.)
- Werle, Gerhard & Jessberger, Florian, Principles of International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2020, 4th ed.)
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
International Humanitarian Law / The law of armed conflict (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is a body of rules that seeks to limit the effects of armed conflict. IHL protects those who are not participating in hostilities, and those who are no longer participating in hostilities. This body of law imposes limits on the methods and means of warfare. IHL forms part of public international law and is largely based on treaties and rules of customary international law.
In this course the development as well as the basic concepts of IHL will be explored. Students will be introduced to the most important documents governing armed conflict, learn how to apply these and will consider the challenges posed to the application of IHL in armed conflicts. A large part of the course will focus on the new developments in IHL including the emergence of new forms of armed conflicts and the development and use of new technologies in armed conflict.
Assessment
Assessment for this course will consist of a presentation.
About the lecturer: Marelie Manders
Marelie Manders is originally from South Africa where she completed both her Bachelors (LLB) and Masters Degrees (LLM International Law) at the University of Pretoria. She has previously worked as a Lecturer and researcher in South Africa and has been with the University of Mannheim since 2020. She is currently persuiing her PhD at the University of Mannheim where her research is focused on armed groups in International Humanitarian Law.
Instructor(s):
Marelie Manders
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | EO 162 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
US Fundamental Rights (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Registration procedure:
This course is an introduction to certain fundamental rights of the American legal system through the Bill of Rights and the adjudication of the United States Supreme Court. Students will be taught how to read and brief cases through selected excerpts of landmark decisions. Issues include judicial review, the right to privacy, the right to freedom of expression, the death penalty, the right to choose, as well as same-sex marriage. Though this course is a lecture, some participation is expected.
Block 1: U.S. Fundamental Rights – U.S. Constitutional Law
Block 2: Case Law / The Bill of Rights
Block 3: Judicial Review (Marbury v. Madison)
Block 4: Freedom of Speech I. (Schenck v. U.S. / Texas v. Johnson / U.S. v. O’Brien)
Block 5: Freedom of Speech II. (Tests / Spence v. Washington / U.S. v. Eichman)
Block 6: Death Penalty I. (Miranda v. Arizona / Furman v. Georgia)
Block 7: Death Penalty II. (Gregg v. Georgia / contemporary discussions)
Block 8: Equal Protection I. (Plessy v. Ferguson / Brown v. Board of Education)
Block 9: Equal Protection II: (Brown cont.)
Block 10: Right to Privacy I. (Griswold v. Connecticut / Eisenstadt v. Baird)
Block 11: Right to Privacy II. (Roe v. Wade / Planned Parenthood v. Casey)
Block 12: Right to Privacy III. (Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization)
Block 13: Marriage Equality I. (Loving v. Virginia / Lawrence v. Texas / U.S. v. Windsor)
Block 14: Marriage Equality II. and Conclusion (Obergefell v. Hodges)
Required reading: Will be made available electronically.
Exam: Timed essay exam.
About the Lecturer:
Judit Beke-Martos, J.D., LL.M., PhD. is the managing director of the Center for International Affairs of the Legal Faculty of the Ruhr University in Bochum (Germany) as well as the lecturer of foreign-language legal education there. Between 2019 and 2024, she was a postdoc researcher in the HUN-REN–ELTE Legal History Research group on Legal Sovereignty. Previously, she was the acting head and associate director of the Law & Language Center at the Legal Faculty of the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena (Germany) as well as a postdoc researcher and lecturer at the Legal Faculty of the University of Mannheim, where she continues to teach as an adjunct faculty. She earned her J.D. and Ph.D. in Law at the Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest (Hungary), and her LL.M in US and Global Business Law at Suffolk University Law School (SULS) in Boston, (MA, USA). She spent a year in residence as a Visiting Scholar at SULS in Boston (2008–2009), where she conducted comparative research in constitutional and legal history and gave lectures to students, faculty and other interested audiences. She spent three months in residence as a Foreign Legal Researcher at the Legal History Institute of Gent University (Belgium) conducting research on the 19th Century constitutional history of Europe. She published a book and several scholarly articles on various topics in English, German and Hungarian. She edited or co-edited multiple books on various legal topics and she is the founder and co-editor of the weekly published online blog JOG.történet. Her current research interest focuses on 18–20th Century constitutions and their effects on the relationship between the head of state or the sovereign and the people. She is the Treasurer of the European Society for Comparative Legal History and a strong supporter of international academic cooperation.
Block 1: U.S. Fundamental Rights – U.S. Constitutional Law
Block 2: Case Law / The Bill of Rights
Block 3: Judicial Review (Marbury v. Madison)
Block 4: Freedom of Speech I. (Schenck v. U.S. / Texas v. Johnson / U.S. v. O’Brien)
Block 5: Freedom of Speech II. (Tests / Spence v. Washington / U.S. v. Eichman)
Block 6: Death Penalty I. (Miranda v. Arizona / Furman v. Georgia)
Block 7: Death Penalty II. (Gregg v. Georgia / contemporary discussions)
Block 8: Equal Protection I. (Plessy v. Ferguson / Brown v. Board of Education)
Block 9: Equal Protection II: (Brown cont.)
Block 10: Right to Privacy I. (Griswold v. Connecticut / Eisenstadt v. Baird)
Block 11: Right to Privacy II. (Roe v. Wade / Planned Parenthood v. Casey)
Block 12: Right to Privacy III. (Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization)
Block 13: Marriage Equality I. (Loving v. Virginia / Lawrence v. Texas / U.S. v. Windsor)
Block 14: Marriage Equality II. and Conclusion (Obergefell v. Hodges)
Required reading: Will be made available electronically.
Exam: Timed essay exam.
About the Lecturer:
Judit Beke-Martos, J.D., LL.M., PhD. is the managing director of the Center for International Affairs of the Legal Faculty of the Ruhr University in Bochum (Germany) as well as the lecturer of foreign-language legal education there. Between 2019 and 2024, she was a postdoc researcher in the HUN-REN–ELTE Legal History Research group on Legal Sovereignty. Previously, she was the acting head and associate director of the Law & Language Center at the Legal Faculty of the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena (Germany) as well as a postdoc researcher and lecturer at the Legal Faculty of the University of Mannheim, where she continues to teach as an adjunct faculty. She earned her J.D. and Ph.D. in Law at the Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest (Hungary), and her LL.M in US and Global Business Law at Suffolk University Law School (SULS) in Boston, (MA, USA). She spent a year in residence as a Visiting Scholar at SULS in Boston (2008–2009), where she conducted comparative research in constitutional and legal history and gave lectures to students, faculty and other interested audiences. She spent three months in residence as a Foreign Legal Researcher at the Legal History Institute of Gent University (Belgium) conducting research on the 19th Century constitutional history of Europe. She published a book and several scholarly articles on various topics in English, German and Hungarian. She edited or co-edited multiple books on various legal topics and she is the founder and co-editor of the weekly published online blog JOG.történet. Her current research interest focuses on 18–20th Century constitutions and their effects on the relationship between the head of state or the sovereign and the people. She is the Treasurer of the European Society for Comparative Legal History and a strong supporter of international academic cooperation.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Law – Master
An Introduction to the Law and Legal System of the United States (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Registration procedure:
This course will introduce students to distinctive aspects that comprise the law and legal system of the United States. Topics will examine the interplay between state and federal court systems, as well as sources of law and lawmaking, the American legal education and becoming a lawyer. We will explore key subjects from first-year law school curriculum, including torts, contract, property, constitutional law, criminal law, and criminal and civil procedure. Other topics will include the jury trial, class actions, punitive damages, and practical aspects of the law in the United States, such as rules of discovery and the basics of legal research, writing and trial advocacy.
The course will be split into three parts: first, general aspects of U.S. laws and legal system; second, an overview of substantive topics in key subject areas of law; and, third, practicing law in the United States including commencing a lawsuit, research, and litigation.
Your final grade will comprise class preparedness, homework assignment (written or oral) and a written final exam.
About the Lecturer:
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
The course will be split into three parts: first, general aspects of U.S. laws and legal system; second, an overview of substantive topics in key subject areas of law; and, third, practicing law in the United States including commencing a lawsuit, research, and litigation.
Your final grade will comprise class preparedness, homework assignment (written or oral) and a written final exam.
About the Lecturer:
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
Sheila A. O'Laughlin is an attorney, author, and international legal educator with over 25 years of legal experience. She has served as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Mannheim, Germany, for over five years, teaching U.S. law to international students. Her legal career spans general practice and complex litigation in Iowa and Chicago, where she has handled diverse matters including family law, criminal defense, estate planning, commercial litigation, class action suits, appeals, and jury trials. She earned her J.D. cum laude from the University of Arkansas and holds a B.A. from Washington University in St. Louis. She is also the published author of the legal thriller “In the Interest of N.K.” (June 2023).
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Digital Assets Regulation (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
4.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
1
Registration procedure:
The amount and value of new digital objects appeared due to the ongoing development of information technologies and covered by the concept “digital assets” is constantly and impressively growing. However, the legal landscape for such objects is still under considerations. The main issue that needs to be resolved to ensure rights of digital assets’ holders is which legal provisions are the most appropriate for the regulation of relations regarding digital assets.
This course aims to both give understanding of the digital assets and ways to protect rights to digital assets in terms of current legislation and case law as well as defining digital ownership as a perspective way to protect rights to digital assets. It is also important to understand the border between data and digital assets, how these two groups of digital objects are correlated and what are the differences in their protection. That is why the course embraces also the basics of data protection. Based on that, the course covers such topics:
- Digital assets: notion, types, legal landscape
- Digital ownership: European and American perspectives
- Digital assets and data: the basics of data protection
- Personal and machine-generated data ownership issues
- Cryptocurrencies, NFT and other crypto-assets
- Social media and online gaming accounts
- Digital inheritance
The first topic aims to introduce current approaches to the definition of digital assets, describe types of digital assets and recent legislative findings on digital assets regulation.
In the second chapter the concept of digital ownership as a type of ownership will be described, current developments on implementing this concept in European and American legal field will be highlighted, the feasibility and necessity of this concept for protection of rights to digital assets will be explained.
The third section covers basics of privacy law, data protection, gives understanding of Big Data, Internet of Things (IoT), the link between data and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Issues of correlation between information and data concepts will be discussed in this section.
The fourth chapter looks into the current legal regulation of personal data and machine-generated data, aiming to describe the concept of data ownership and its correlation with digital ownership.
The fifth chapter aims to discuss approach to legal regulation of cryptocurrencies and other crypto-assets both at the European and national legislative level. It specifically focuses on the issues of NFT, including their transfer and connection to intellectual property rights.
Social media and online gaming accounts will be discussed from the digital ownership perspective. Tradable elements of the account will be revealed, current possibilities to protect rights and get benefits from social and online gaming accounts considering provisions of the Terms of Service will be discussed.
In the section on digital inheritance current issues and instruments to define post-mortal fate of digital assets will be discussed. Possible legal frames for common and civil law to dispose of digital assets will be highlighted, the US experience to solve this issue will be considered.
Learning outcomes and qualification goals:
The course intends to provide students with a deeper understanding of the digital assets concept and approaches to protect rights to digital assets.
Exam type: essay
Special Requirements: participation in discussions, presentation of the key topics during the course is required.
About the Lecturer:
Prof. Dr. Kateryna Nekit is a Professor in the Civil Law Department at the National University “Odesa Law Academy” and currently serves as a Research Fellow and Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, University of Mannheim. In 2022, she completed her habilitation thesis on the right to private property in the information society and was awarded the degree of Doctor of Juridical Science (equivalent to Dr. Habil.).
From August 2022 to July 2023, she was a Guest Researcher at the Center for SME Research and Entrepreneurship at the University of Mannheim, where she led the project “Digital Assets in the Activities of Technology-Oriented Startups”. Drawing on this experience, she developed the course “Digital Assets Regulation”, which she has been teaching at the University of Mannheim since 2023.
Since 2023, she has also been an invited speaker at Mannheim Business School and a Guest Professor at the Salzburg Summer School on Private Law. In 2024, she served as a Guest Professor at the University of Brescia (Italy), delivering a lecture series titled “Legal Implications of Digital Assets” for PhD students.
Her research focuses on digital property and the role of data in the digital age.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
International Civil and Commercial Litigation (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Registration procedure:
This course examines all major aspects of cross-border litigation as the conventional and most important method of international dispute resolution between private parties. The primary emphasis is on the conduct of international litigation in EU Member States, but there will also be comparative treatment of other major jurisdictions (notably the UK and the U.S.).
After introducing the concept of international litigation and the main policy issues at stake, the course will comprehensively address the crucial procedural questions lawyers must consider when bringing a cross-border civil or commercial dispute to a national court. These include: international jurisdiction (Which court is competent?), coordination between different jurisdictions (lis pendens, provisional measures), conduct of proceedings (service of documents, taking evidence abroad), as well as recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments.
Students who have completed the course will have developed a sound understanding of international procedural law that will enable them to work successfully in a litigation context, be it in the judiciary, a law firm or a legal department. The course is suitable for exchange and graduate students (LL.M., M.C.B.L.) of law and related fields, as well as for LL.B. students aiming to cover the relevant aspects of international procedural law required for taking the First German State Exam according to § 8 Abs. 2 Nr. 5 JAPrO.
The course will cover the following subjects:
Course materials: Required reading materials will be provided or made available electronically via the university library. Introductory and further readings (optional):
Assessment: tba
Lecturer: Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford)
Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford), is a senior research associate at the Chair of Civil Law, International and European Commercial Law at the University of Mannheim. He has studied law at the Universities of Heidelberg (First State Exam) and Cambridge. During his practical legal training, he clerked inter alia at the dispute resolution department of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer’s Frankfurt office and at the German Federal Constitutional Court. After his Second State Exam at the Higher Regional Court Stuttgart, he completed an LL.M.-program at Stanford Law School and obtained a doctorate at the University of Mannheim with the thesis ‘Transnationale Verträge im nationalen Recht’ (‘Transnational Contracts in National Law’). His research focuses on conflict-of-laws, international commercial, company and financial law, procedural law and private law theory.
After introducing the concept of international litigation and the main policy issues at stake, the course will comprehensively address the crucial procedural questions lawyers must consider when bringing a cross-border civil or commercial dispute to a national court. These include: international jurisdiction (Which court is competent?), coordination between different jurisdictions (lis pendens, provisional measures), conduct of proceedings (service of documents, taking evidence abroad), as well as recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments.
Students who have completed the course will have developed a sound understanding of international procedural law that will enable them to work successfully in a litigation context, be it in the judiciary, a law firm or a legal department. The course is suitable for exchange and graduate students (LL.M., M.C.B.L.) of law and related fields, as well as for LL.B. students aiming to cover the relevant aspects of international procedural law required for taking the First German State Exam according to § 8 Abs. 2 Nr. 5 JAPrO.
The course will cover the following subjects:
- Concept and practical relevance of international litigation
- Advantages and disadvantages of international litigation
- Sources of international procedural law
- International jurisdiction
- Coordination between different jurisdictions
- Conduct of proceedings
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign judgments
Course materials: Required reading materials will be provided or made available electronically via the university library. Introductory and further readings (optional):
- Fentiman, Richard: International Commercial Litigation, 2nd edition, Oxford 2015, Oxford University Press
- Hartley, Trevor C.: International Commercial Litigation, 3rd edition, Cambridge 2020, Cambridge University Press
- Junker, Abbo: Internationales Zivilprozessrecht, 6th edition, München 2023, C. H. Beck
Assessment: tba
Lecturer: Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford)
Dr. Torsten Kindt, LL.M. (Stanford), is a senior research associate at the Chair of Civil Law, International and European Commercial Law at the University of Mannheim. He has studied law at the Universities of Heidelberg (First State Exam) and Cambridge. During his practical legal training, he clerked inter alia at the dispute resolution department of Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer’s Frankfurt office and at the German Federal Constitutional Court. After his Second State Exam at the Higher Regional Court Stuttgart, he completed an LL.M.-program at Stanford Law School and obtained a doctorate at the University of Mannheim with the thesis ‘Transnationale Verträge im nationalen Recht’ (‘Transnational Contracts in National Law’). His research focuses on conflict-of-laws, international commercial, company and financial law, procedural law and private law theory.
Instructor(s):
Dr. Torsten Andreas Kindt
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
International Criminal Law (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Attendance:
Online, live
Literature:
Required reading materials will be provided electronically.
Introductory Readings (optional):
Introductory Readings (optional):
- Cassese, Antonio, ‘International Criminal Law’ (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2008)
- Cryer, Robert, ‘An Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure’ (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2010)
- Schabas, William A., ‘The International Criminal Court: A Commentary on the Rome Statute’ (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2010)
- Werle, Gerhard, ‘Principles of International Criminal Law’ (The Hague, Asser, 2005)
Instructor(s):
Raphael Oidtmann
Description:
Over the past two decades, the international community has taken significant steps to combat impunity for the most serious crimes of concern to the global community. Through the creation of international and hybrid tribunals, as well as the establishment of the permanent International Criminal Court (ICC), a renewed and increasingly robust system of international criminal justice has emerged—redefining the intersection between international law and global politics.
This course introduces students to the foundational principles, institutions, and evolving challenges of international criminal law (ICL). In the first part, students will explore the historical evolution and theoretical underpinnings of ICL, including the legacy of the Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals and the development of ad hoc tribunals in the 1990s, such as the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). Special attention will be given to the ICC—its jurisdiction, structure, and contemporary relevance.
The second part of the course focuses on substantive aspects of international criminal law. Core crimes under the Rome Statute—genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression—will be analyzed in depth. The course also examines other international crimes such as piracy and terrorism, and engages with key legal issues including modes of individual criminal responsibility, head-of-state immunity, complementarity, and the tension between state sovereignty and international accountability.
In addition to legal doctrine and historical precedent, the course will examine current and pressing case studies that illustrate the practical challenges and political significance of international criminal law in action. These include ongoing investigations and proceedings relating to the war in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza and Israel, and other recent conflicts and allegations of international crimes. Through these examples, students will gain insight into the role of ICL in contemporary global affairs and the constraints of enforcing accountability in real-world contexts.
Throughout, students will engage critically with legal texts, judicial decisions, and academic commentary to develop a comprehensive understanding of how international criminal law functions as both a legal framework and a tool of global justice.
Assessment:
Student performance will be evaluated through a closed-book written examination, designed to test both conceptual understanding and the application of legal principles to complex factual scenarios.
Recommended Readings:
This course introduces students to the foundational principles, institutions, and evolving challenges of international criminal law (ICL). In the first part, students will explore the historical evolution and theoretical underpinnings of ICL, including the legacy of the Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals and the development of ad hoc tribunals in the 1990s, such as the International Criminal Tribunal for the former Yugoslavia (ICTY). Special attention will be given to the ICC—its jurisdiction, structure, and contemporary relevance.
The second part of the course focuses on substantive aspects of international criminal law. Core crimes under the Rome Statute—genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression—will be analyzed in depth. The course also examines other international crimes such as piracy and terrorism, and engages with key legal issues including modes of individual criminal responsibility, head-of-state immunity, complementarity, and the tension between state sovereignty and international accountability.
In addition to legal doctrine and historical precedent, the course will examine current and pressing case studies that illustrate the practical challenges and political significance of international criminal law in action. These include ongoing investigations and proceedings relating to the war in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza and Israel, and other recent conflicts and allegations of international crimes. Through these examples, students will gain insight into the role of ICL in contemporary global affairs and the constraints of enforcing accountability in real-world contexts.
Throughout, students will engage critically with legal texts, judicial decisions, and academic commentary to develop a comprehensive understanding of how international criminal law functions as both a legal framework and a tool of global justice.
Assessment:
Student performance will be evaluated through a closed-book written examination, designed to test both conceptual understanding and the application of legal principles to complex factual scenarios.
Recommended Readings:
- Cassese, Antonio, Cassese’s International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2013, 3rd ed.)
- Cryer, Robert, Robinson, Darryl & Vasiliev, Sergey, An Introduction to International Criminal Law and Procedure(Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2019, 4th ed.)
- Guilfoyle, Douglas, International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2016, 1st ed.)
- Heller, Kevin Jon, Mégret, Frédéric, Nouwen, Sarah M.H., Ohlin, Jens David & Robinson, Darryl (eds.), The Oxford Handbook of International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2020, 1st ed.)
- O’Keefe, Roger, International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2017, 1st ed.)
- Schabas, William (ed.), The Cambridge Companion to International Criminal Law (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2016, 1st ed.)
- Stahn, Carsten, A Critical Introduction to International Criminal Law (Cambridge, Cambridge University Press, 2018, 1st ed.)
- Werle, Gerhard & Jessberger, Florian, Principles of International Criminal Law (Oxford, Oxford University Press, 2020, 4th ed.)
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International Humanitarian Law / The law of armed conflict (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Registration procedure:
International Humanitarian Law (IHL) is a body of rules that seeks to limit the effects of armed conflict. IHL protects those who are not participating in hostilities, and those who are no longer participating in hostilities. This body of law imposes limits on the methods and means of warfare. IHL forms part of public international law and is largely based on treaties and rules of customary international law.
In this course the development as well as the basic concepts of IHL will be explored. Students will be introduced to the most important documents governing armed conflict, learn how to apply these and will consider the challenges posed to the application of IHL in armed conflicts. A large part of the course will focus on the new developments in IHL including the emergence of new forms of armed conflicts and the development and use of new technologies in armed conflict.
Assessment
Assessment for this course will consist of a presentation.
About the lecturer: Marelie Manders
Marelie Manders is originally from South Africa where she completed both her Bachelors (LLB) and Masters Degrees (LLM International Law) at the University of Pretoria. She has previously worked as a Lecturer and researcher in South Africa and has been with the University of Mannheim since 2020. She is currently persuiing her PhD at the University of Mannheim where her research is focused on armed groups in International Humanitarian Law.
Instructor(s):
Marelie Manders
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | EO 162 Seminarraum; Schloss Ehrenhof Ost |
US Fundamental Rights (Lecture)
EN
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor, Master
Language of instruction:
English
Credit hours 1:
2
Registration procedure:
This course is an introduction to certain fundamental rights of the American legal system through the Bill of Rights and the adjudication of the United States Supreme Court. Students will be taught how to read and brief cases through selected excerpts of landmark decisions. Issues include judicial review, the right to privacy, the right to freedom of expression, the death penalty, the right to choose, as well as same-sex marriage. Though this course is a lecture, some participation is expected.
Block 1: U.S. Fundamental Rights – U.S. Constitutional Law
Block 2: Case Law / The Bill of Rights
Block 3: Judicial Review (Marbury v. Madison)
Block 4: Freedom of Speech I. (Schenck v. U.S. / Texas v. Johnson / U.S. v. O’Brien)
Block 5: Freedom of Speech II. (Tests / Spence v. Washington / U.S. v. Eichman)
Block 6: Death Penalty I. (Miranda v. Arizona / Furman v. Georgia)
Block 7: Death Penalty II. (Gregg v. Georgia / contemporary discussions)
Block 8: Equal Protection I. (Plessy v. Ferguson / Brown v. Board of Education)
Block 9: Equal Protection II: (Brown cont.)
Block 10: Right to Privacy I. (Griswold v. Connecticut / Eisenstadt v. Baird)
Block 11: Right to Privacy II. (Roe v. Wade / Planned Parenthood v. Casey)
Block 12: Right to Privacy III. (Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization)
Block 13: Marriage Equality I. (Loving v. Virginia / Lawrence v. Texas / U.S. v. Windsor)
Block 14: Marriage Equality II. and Conclusion (Obergefell v. Hodges)
Required reading: Will be made available electronically.
Exam: Timed essay exam.
About the Lecturer:
Judit Beke-Martos, J.D., LL.M., PhD. is the managing director of the Center for International Affairs of the Legal Faculty of the Ruhr University in Bochum (Germany) as well as the lecturer of foreign-language legal education there. Between 2019 and 2024, she was a postdoc researcher in the HUN-REN–ELTE Legal History Research group on Legal Sovereignty. Previously, she was the acting head and associate director of the Law & Language Center at the Legal Faculty of the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena (Germany) as well as a postdoc researcher and lecturer at the Legal Faculty of the University of Mannheim, where she continues to teach as an adjunct faculty. She earned her J.D. and Ph.D. in Law at the Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest (Hungary), and her LL.M in US and Global Business Law at Suffolk University Law School (SULS) in Boston, (MA, USA). She spent a year in residence as a Visiting Scholar at SULS in Boston (2008–2009), where she conducted comparative research in constitutional and legal history and gave lectures to students, faculty and other interested audiences. She spent three months in residence as a Foreign Legal Researcher at the Legal History Institute of Gent University (Belgium) conducting research on the 19th Century constitutional history of Europe. She published a book and several scholarly articles on various topics in English, German and Hungarian. She edited or co-edited multiple books on various legal topics and she is the founder and co-editor of the weekly published online blog JOG.történet. Her current research interest focuses on 18–20th Century constitutions and their effects on the relationship between the head of state or the sovereign and the people. She is the Treasurer of the European Society for Comparative Legal History and a strong supporter of international academic cooperation.
Block 1: U.S. Fundamental Rights – U.S. Constitutional Law
Block 2: Case Law / The Bill of Rights
Block 3: Judicial Review (Marbury v. Madison)
Block 4: Freedom of Speech I. (Schenck v. U.S. / Texas v. Johnson / U.S. v. O’Brien)
Block 5: Freedom of Speech II. (Tests / Spence v. Washington / U.S. v. Eichman)
Block 6: Death Penalty I. (Miranda v. Arizona / Furman v. Georgia)
Block 7: Death Penalty II. (Gregg v. Georgia / contemporary discussions)
Block 8: Equal Protection I. (Plessy v. Ferguson / Brown v. Board of Education)
Block 9: Equal Protection II: (Brown cont.)
Block 10: Right to Privacy I. (Griswold v. Connecticut / Eisenstadt v. Baird)
Block 11: Right to Privacy II. (Roe v. Wade / Planned Parenthood v. Casey)
Block 12: Right to Privacy III. (Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization)
Block 13: Marriage Equality I. (Loving v. Virginia / Lawrence v. Texas / U.S. v. Windsor)
Block 14: Marriage Equality II. and Conclusion (Obergefell v. Hodges)
Required reading: Will be made available electronically.
Exam: Timed essay exam.
About the Lecturer:
Judit Beke-Martos, J.D., LL.M., PhD. is the managing director of the Center for International Affairs of the Legal Faculty of the Ruhr University in Bochum (Germany) as well as the lecturer of foreign-language legal education there. Between 2019 and 2024, she was a postdoc researcher in the HUN-REN–ELTE Legal History Research group on Legal Sovereignty. Previously, she was the acting head and associate director of the Law & Language Center at the Legal Faculty of the Friedrich Schiller University in Jena (Germany) as well as a postdoc researcher and lecturer at the Legal Faculty of the University of Mannheim, where she continues to teach as an adjunct faculty. She earned her J.D. and Ph.D. in Law at the Eötvös Loránd University in Budapest (Hungary), and her LL.M in US and Global Business Law at Suffolk University Law School (SULS) in Boston, (MA, USA). She spent a year in residence as a Visiting Scholar at SULS in Boston (2008–2009), where she conducted comparative research in constitutional and legal history and gave lectures to students, faculty and other interested audiences. She spent three months in residence as a Foreign Legal Researcher at the Legal History Institute of Gent University (Belgium) conducting research on the 19th Century constitutional history of Europe. She published a book and several scholarly articles on various topics in English, German and Hungarian. She edited or co-edited multiple books on various legal topics and she is the founder and co-editor of the weekly published online blog JOG.történet. Her current research interest focuses on 18–20th Century constitutions and their effects on the relationship between the head of state or the sovereign and the people. She is the Treasurer of the European Society for Comparative Legal History and a strong supporter of international academic cooperation.
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Business Informatics and Mathematics – Bachelor
Formal Foundations of Computer Science (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
6.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Learning target:
Fachkompetenz:
Die Studierenden beherrschen grundlegende für die Informatik rele-vanten Konzepte, Begriffsbildungen und wissenschaftlichen Arbeits-techniken aus Mathematik und Logik. Sie kennen weiterhin eine erste Auswahl an wichtigen Datenstrukturen und effizienten Algorithmen für grundlegende Probleme.
Methodenkompetenz:
Die Studierenden besitzen die Fähigkeit, informal gegebene Sachver-halte formal zu modellieren und die entstehenden formalen Struktu-ren bzgl. grundlegender Eigenschaften zu klassifizieren. Sie können weiterhin auf einem für Informatiker adäquaten Niveau gegebene Aussagen mathematisch beweisen.
Personale Kompetenz:
Die Studierenden besitzen ein Grundverständnis der för die Informa-tik wichtigen formalen Strukturen, Modelle und Arbeitstechniken. Sie können auf höherem Niveau abstrakt denken und formal modellieren.
Die Studierenden beherrschen grundlegende für die Informatik rele-vanten Konzepte, Begriffsbildungen und wissenschaftlichen Arbeits-techniken aus Mathematik und Logik. Sie kennen weiterhin eine erste Auswahl an wichtigen Datenstrukturen und effizienten Algorithmen für grundlegende Probleme.
Methodenkompetenz:
Die Studierenden besitzen die Fähigkeit, informal gegebene Sachver-halte formal zu modellieren und die entstehenden formalen Struktu-ren bzgl. grundlegender Eigenschaften zu klassifizieren. Sie können weiterhin auf einem für Informatiker adäquaten Niveau gegebene Aussagen mathematisch beweisen.
Personale Kompetenz:
Die Studierenden besitzen ein Grundverständnis der för die Informa-tik wichtigen formalen Strukturen, Modelle und Arbeitstechniken. Sie können auf höherem Niveau abstrakt denken und formal modellieren.
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
Schriftliche Klausur (90 Minuten)
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Matthias Krause
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
Description:
- Grundlagen Aussagenlogik (Folgern, Beweisen)
- Mengen, Relationen, Abbildungen
- Grundlagen der Kombinatorik (Abzählen von endlichen Mengen, Abzählbarkeit)
- Einführung Graphentheorie
- Algebraische Strukturen (Halbgruppen, Gruppen, Homorphismen, Faktorstrukturen)
-
Grundlegende Berechnungsmodelle/
Endliche Automaten
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
MAB 405 Cryptology (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
On-campus and online, live
Learning target:
Fachkompetenz:
• Verständnis für die vielfältigen Einsatzmöglichkeiten von Kryptoverfahren (BF2, BF4, BF5, BO1)
• Realistische Einschätzung der Sicherheit (BF1, BF3, BO2)
• Zahlentheoretische Grundlagen der Kryptographie mit öffentlichen Schlüsseln und von AES (BK1, BK3, BO3)
• Vor- und Nachteile der Verfahren mit öffentlichen und privaten Schlüsseln; hybride Verfahren wie SSL/
• Verständnis für die konstruktive und die destruktive Rolle quantenmechanischer Verfahren (BF3, BF4)
Methodenkompetenz:
• Sicherer Einsatz von RSA zur Verschlüsselung und für elektronische Unterschriften (einschließlich Primzahlsuche) (BK1, BK3, BF3, BO3)
• Kenntnis der für RSA kritischen Faktorisierungsverfahren und der wichtigsten sonstigen Angriffsmöglichkeiten (BF1, BF2)
• Faktorisierung mit Quantencomputern (BF1, BO3)
• Verständnis von AES (BK1, BK3, BF1, BF3)
• Umgang mit diskreten Logarithmen, DSS (BK1, BK3, BF3)
• Grundlegende Protokolle der Quantenkryptographie (BF3, BO2)
Personale Kompetenz:
• Problembewusstsein für die Verwundbarkeit von Kryptosystemen und Fähigkeit zur rationalen Auswahl einer in Aufwand und Sicherheit dem jeweiligen Problem angemessenen Lösung (BO1, BO2, BO3)
• Verständnis für die vielfältigen Einsatzmöglichkeiten von Kryptoverfahren (BF2, BF4, BF5, BO1)
• Realistische Einschätzung der Sicherheit (BF1, BF3, BO2)
• Zahlentheoretische Grundlagen der Kryptographie mit öffentlichen Schlüsseln und von AES (BK1, BK3, BO3)
• Vor- und Nachteile der Verfahren mit öffentlichen und privaten Schlüsseln; hybride Verfahren wie SSL/
• Verständnis für die konstruktive und die destruktive Rolle quantenmechanischer Verfahren (BF3, BF4)
Methodenkompetenz:
• Sicherer Einsatz von RSA zur Verschlüsselung und für elektronische Unterschriften (einschließlich Primzahlsuche) (BK1, BK3, BF3, BO3)
• Kenntnis der für RSA kritischen Faktorisierungsverfahren und der wichtigsten sonstigen Angriffsmöglichkeiten (BF1, BF2)
• Faktorisierung mit Quantencomputern (BF1, BO3)
• Verständnis von AES (BK1, BK3, BF1, BF3)
• Umgang mit diskreten Logarithmen, DSS (BK1, BK3, BF3)
• Grundlegende Protokolle der Quantenkryptographie (BF3, BO2)
Personale Kompetenz:
• Problembewusstsein für die Verwundbarkeit von Kryptosystemen und Fähigkeit zur rationalen Auswahl einer in Aufwand und Sicherheit dem jeweiligen Problem angemessenen Lösung (BO1, BO2, BO3)
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
Mündliche Prüfung oder schriftliche Klausur
Instructor(s):
apl. Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Seiler
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | A 104 Seminarraum; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 13:45 – 15:15 | A 104 Seminarraum; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
Description:
• Aufgaben der Kryptologie
• Klassische Kryptosysteme und ihre Kryptanalyse
• Feistel-Netzwerke und DES
• Differentielle und lineare Kryptanalyse; DES-Cracker
• New directions in cryptography
• RSA und seine zahlentheoretischen Grundlagen
• Faktorisierungsalgorithmen und andere Angriffe
• Verfahren auf der Grundlage diskreter Logarithmen
• Sichere Hashalgorithmen
• Kryptographische Protokolle
• Quantenkryptographie und Quantencomputer
• Klassische Kryptosysteme und ihre Kryptanalyse
• Feistel-Netzwerke und DES
• Differentielle und lineare Kryptanalyse; DES-Cracker
• New directions in cryptography
• RSA und seine zahlentheoretischen Grundlagen
• Faktorisierungsalgorithmen und andere Angriffe
• Verfahren auf der Grundlage diskreter Logarithmen
• Sichere Hashalgorithmen
• Kryptographische Protokolle
• Quantenkryptographie und Quantencomputer
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
MAT 301 Analysis I (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
10.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Learning target:
Fachkompetenz:
• Grundbegriffe der reellen Analysis (BF1, BK1)
• Konvergenz von Folgen und Reihen (BK1)
• Stetigkeit von Funktionen in einer Variablen (BK1)
• Differenzierbarkeit von Funktionen in einer Variablen (BK1)
• Riemanintegral von Funktionen in einer Variablen (BK1)
Methodenkompetenz:
• mathematische Beweisführung (BF1, BO2)
• Hantieren mit Gleichungen und Ungleichungen (BF1, BO2)
• Berechnen von Grenzwerten (BF1,BO3)
• Kurvendiskussion (BF2, BO3)
• Berechnen von unbestimmten und bestimmten Integralen (BO2,BO3)
Personale Kompetenz:
• Teamarbeit (BF4)
• Grundbegriffe der reellen Analysis (BF1, BK1)
• Konvergenz von Folgen und Reihen (BK1)
• Stetigkeit von Funktionen in einer Variablen (BK1)
• Differenzierbarkeit von Funktionen in einer Variablen (BK1)
• Riemanintegral von Funktionen in einer Variablen (BK1)
Methodenkompetenz:
• mathematische Beweisführung (BF1, BO2)
• Hantieren mit Gleichungen und Ungleichungen (BF1, BO2)
• Berechnen von Grenzwerten (BF1,BO3)
• Kurvendiskussion (BF2, BO3)
• Berechnen von unbestimmten und bestimmten Integralen (BO2,BO3)
Personale Kompetenz:
• Teamarbeit (BF4)
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
schriftliche Klausur
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Simone Rademacher
Date(s):
| Wednesday (weekly) | 09.09.2026 – 09.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
| Friday (weekly) | 11.09.2026 – 11.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
Description:
• Mengen und Abbildungen
• reelle Zahlen
• Zahlenfolgen und Reihen
• Funktionen in einer reellen Variablen
• reelle Zahlen
• Zahlenfolgen und Reihen
• Funktionen in einer reellen Variablen
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
MAT 303 Linear Algebra I (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
9.0 (Modul/e)
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Learning target:
Fachkompetenz:
• Kenntnis der wesentlichen Ideen und Methoden der Linearen Algebra, Kenntnis der wesentlichen mathematischen Beweismethoden (BK1).
Methodenkompetenz:
• Grundstrukturen der Linearen Algebra als Grundstrukturen der Mathematik würdigen und sicher mit ihnen umgehen (BK1).
• Lineare Gleichungssysteme in Anwendungen erkennen und professionell lösen (BF2).
Personale Kompetenz:
• Strukturiertes Denken (BO2).
• Teamarbeit (BF4).
• Kommunikationsfähigkeit (BO1).
• Kenntnis der wesentlichen Ideen und Methoden der Linearen Algebra, Kenntnis der wesentlichen mathematischen Beweismethoden (BK1).
Methodenkompetenz:
• Grundstrukturen der Linearen Algebra als Grundstrukturen der Mathematik würdigen und sicher mit ihnen umgehen (BK1).
• Lineare Gleichungssysteme in Anwendungen erkennen und professionell lösen (BF2).
Personale Kompetenz:
• Strukturiertes Denken (BO2).
• Teamarbeit (BF4).
• Kommunikationsfähigkeit (BO1).
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
schriftliche Klausur
Instructor(s):
Prof. Ph. D. Mathias Staudigl
Date(s):
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 10:15 – 11:45 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 08:30 – 10:00 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
Description:
• Gruppen, Ringe, Körper, Vektorräume, Lineare Abbildungen, Matrizen, Lineare Gleichungssysteme, Determinanten, Eigenwerte und Diagonalisierung, Euklidische Vektorräume.
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
MAT 306 Numerical Mathematics (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
9.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
4
Attendance:
Learning target:
Fachkompetenz:
• Verständnis der Grundbegriffe und grundlegenden Methoden der Numerischen Mathematik (BF1, BK1)
• Algorithmisches Denken und Implementierung grundlegender Verfahren zur Bestimmung von Näherungslösungen (BK3)
• Klassifikation und Interpretation numerischer Probleme (BK1, BO3)
Methodenkompetenz:
• Mathematische Modellierung eines (Anwendungs-)Problems (BF3, BO3)
• Konkrete Problemlösungsstrategien und deren Interpretation (BF1, BF2)
Personale Kompetenz:
• Teamarbeit (BO1,BF4)
• Verständnis der Grundbegriffe und grundlegenden Methoden der Numerischen Mathematik (BF1, BK1)
• Algorithmisches Denken und Implementierung grundlegender Verfahren zur Bestimmung von Näherungslösungen (BK3)
• Klassifikation und Interpretation numerischer Probleme (BK1, BO3)
Methodenkompetenz:
• Mathematische Modellierung eines (Anwendungs-)Problems (BF3, BO3)
• Konkrete Problemlösungsstrategien und deren Interpretation (BF1, BF2)
Personale Kompetenz:
• Teamarbeit (BO1,BF4)
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
schriftliche Klausur
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Andreas Neuenkirch
Date(s):
| Monday (weekly) | 07.09.2026 – 07.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | B 144 Hörsaal; A 5, 6 Bauteil B |
| Tuesday (weekly) | 08.09.2026 – 08.12.2026 | 12:00 – 13:30 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
Description:
• Numerik linearer Gleichungssysteme
• Störungstheorie und Fehleranalyse
• Lineare Ausgleichsrechnung
• Eigenwertprobleme
• Nichtlineare Gleichungssysteme: Fixpunktiterationen, insbesondere Newton-Verfahren
• Interpolation und Splines
• Numerische Integration
• Störungstheorie und Fehleranalyse
• Lineare Ausgleichsrechnung
• Eigenwertprobleme
• Nichtlineare Gleichungssysteme: Fixpunktiterationen, insbesondere Newton-Verfahren
• Interpolation und Splines
• Numerische Integration
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1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Practical Computer Science I (Lecture)
DE
Course type:
Lecture
ECTS:
8.0
Course suitable for:
Bachelor
Language of instruction:
German
Credit hours 1:
6
Attendance:
Live & on-campus
Learning target:
Fachkompetenz:
Die Studierenden können selbständig Algorithmen zu vorgegebenen Problemen entwerfen und in Java, das im parallel laufenden Pro-grammierkurs I unterrichtet wird, objektorientiert programmieren. Methodenkompetenz:
Algorithmenentwurf, Bewertung von vorgegeben Algorithmen Personale Kompetenz:
Kreativität beim Entwurf von Algorithmen, Teamfähigkeit
Die Studierenden können selbständig Algorithmen zu vorgegebenen Problemen entwerfen und in Java, das im parallel laufenden Pro-grammierkurs I unterrichtet wird, objektorientiert programmieren. Methodenkompetenz:
Algorithmenentwurf, Bewertung von vorgegeben Algorithmen Personale Kompetenz:
Kreativität beim Entwurf von Algorithmen, Teamfähigkeit
Recommended requirement:
Examination achievement:
Studienbeginn ab HWS 2011:
Erfolgreiche Teilnahme am Übungsbetrieb
schriftliche Klausur (90 Minuten)
Erfolgreiche Teilnahme am Übungsbetrieb
schriftliche Klausur (90 Minuten)
Studienbeginn vor HWS 2011:
schriftliche Klausur (90 Minuten)
Instructor(s):
Prof. Dr. Frederik Armknecht
Date(s):
| Thursday (weekly) | 10.09.2026 – 10.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | A 001 Großer Hörsaal; B 6, 23–25 Bauteil A |
| Friday (single date) | 02.10.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | |
| Friday (single date) | 23.10.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | |
| Friday (single date) | 13.11.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 | |
| Friday (single date) | 04.12.2026 | 15:30 – 17:00 |
Description:
Vom Problem zum Algorithmus, vom Algorithmus zum Programm
- Entwurf von Algorithmen: schrittweise Verfeinerung, Modularität, Objektorientierung (Klassenhierarchien, Vererbung), Rekursion
- Die objektorientierte Programmiersprache Java
- Einfache Datenstrukturen (verkettete Liste, Binärbaum, B-Baum)
- Modellierung mit UML: Klassendiagramme, Aktivitätsdiagramme, Zustandsdiagramme
- Einführung in die Theorie der Algorithmen: Berechenbarkeit, Komplexität (O-Kalkül), Testen und Verifikation von Algorithmen und Programmen
More information
1 Credit hours indicate the duration of a course which is offered weekly during one semester. One credit hour equals 45 minutes.
Business Informatics and Mathematics – Master
Currently no events available.
Contact Department of Law
Dr. Elisa Berdica (she/her)
International Coordinator at the Department of LawUniversity of Mannheim
Abteilung Rechtswissenschaft
Schloss Westflügel – Room W 219
68161 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
By appointmentContact Department of Economics
Incomings Bachelor
Credit: Anna LogueDr. Christiane Cischinsky (she/her)
Assistant of the Examination Committee and Exchange Coordinator, Bachelor of EconomicsUniversity of Mannheim
Abteilung Volkswirtschaftslehre
L7, 3–5 – Room 423
68161 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
Open office hours (also during the semester break):
Tuesday mornings, 9.30–12.30
or by appointment.
Please contact me by e-mail outside office hours. I can usually be reached by phone on Friday mornings.
Please note: My open office hours will be unavailable on 27 May and 2 June due to vacation (22 May–7 June 2026).Office hours:
Office presence: Tue, Wed, FriIncomings Master
Credit: Anna LogueSebastian Herdtweck (he/him)
Program Manager and Exchange Coordinator M.Sc. EconomicsUniversity of Mannheim
Department of Economics
L 7, 3–5 – Room 405
68161 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
Personal consultation hours: Tue and Wed, 9:30 – 11:30
Telephone availability: Tue and Wed, 9:30 – 16:30Contact Business School
Contact School of Social Sciences
Incomings Political Science
Incomings Psychology and Sociology
Credit: Anna LogueJanina Heker, M.A. (she/her)
Departmental Exchange Coordinator for Sociology and Psychology (incoming)University of Mannheim
School of Social Sciences
A 5, 6
Building A – Room A 414
68159 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
Online consultation: https://www.sowi.uni-mannheim.de/en/online-consultation/janina-heker/Contact School of Humanities
Credit: Elene RakviashviliEva Breitbach (she/her)
Incoming and Outgoing Exchange Coordinator | Virtual MobilityCourse selection abroad: auslandssemester.phil@uni-mannheim.de | Requests concerning virtual mobility to: virtualmobility.philuni-mannheim.deUniversity of Mannheim
School of Humanities
Schloss – Room EO 291
68161 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
Tue 1–3 p.m. – Virtual consultation hours for Incoming Students
Please book your appointment: https://www.phil.uni-mannheim.de/en/office-hours-for-incomings/Contact School of Business Informatics and Mathematics
Credit: Juliane RothJuliane Roth, M.A. (she/her)
Departmental Exchange Coordinator, DigitizationUniversity of Mannheim
School of Business Informatics and Mathematics
B 6, 26
Gebäudeteil B – Room B 1.05
68159 MannheimConsultation hour(s):
by appointment via email