Modern China Studies

This English-language master's focuses on modern and contemporary China with a strong emphasis on academic research. It combines theory, methods, language training, and a compulsory semester abroad or equivalent internship.

Academic requirements

Chinese nationals must submit a valid "APS-Zertifikat" if their studies were completed at a Chinese university.

Minimum GPA

Overall grade 2.5 or above in the German grading system or equivalent.

English requirements

Applicants must prove English at CEFR C1, with the official page giving TOEFL iBT 100 or IELTS 7.0 as examples.

German requirements

Knowledge of German is not required.

Accepted bachelor fields

Applicants need a bachelor's degree with at least 50% coursework in a social sciences or humanities field.

APS Certificate

No

Tuition fee

None for EU or EEA students; 1,500 EUR per semester for non-EU international students according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page.

Semester contribution

190.00 EUR per semester according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None for EU or EEA students; 1,500 EUR per semester for non-EU international students according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page. Semester contribution: 190.00 EUR per semester according to the current official University of Freiburg fees page.

The official programme page states that graduates are qualified for China-related work in academia and higher education, foundations, journalism, and private companies, and are also well prepared for doctoral research.

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