Intercultural German Studies / German as a Foreign Language (MA)

Master's programme examining interculturality, language and culture description, and the mediation of language and culture in intercultural contexts, especially through German as a foreign language.

Academic requirements

Letter of motivation: Applicants should outline their reasons for applying for the Master's programme as well as their research interests in a cover letter. An interview will cover the following topics: the applicant's academic background, previous experience and knowledge of teaching language and culture to others, and programme expectations as well as professional and personal aims concerning the course of study.

Minimum GPA

None stated.

English requirements

Applicants must prove skills in two foreign languages, one of them at level B2 CEFR. Non-native German speakers must also provide TestDaF 4x4, DSH 2, or equivalent German proof.

German requirements

Non-native German speakers must provide proof of their German skills: TestDaF 4x4 or DSH 2 or equivalent.

Accepted bachelor fields

A relevant field of study.

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Mandatory internship

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

466.40 EUR per semester in Summer Semester 2026.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: 466.40 EUR per semester in Summer Semester 2026.

Graduates work in private and public institutions, international organisations, institutions and foundations, publishing and media organisations, (language) schools, university departments teaching German as a foreign language, adult education, cultural institutions.

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