Altertumswissenschaften (weiterführend)

This (university) study takes place at universities. Learning locations at the university include lecture halls, seminar and practice rooms, language labs, and libraries. At home, students prepare for and review courses, complete assignments, and potentially participate in online courses.

Standard (university) study duration: 2-4 semesters.

(University) study costs include enrollment and administration fees, as well as semester contributions (e.g., for the Studierendenwerk (student services organization), the organized student body, semester ticket). Tuition fees may apply for 'long-term students,' a second (university) study, or after exhausting a set study credit. Expenses for learning materials and study needs, such as specialized literature and excursions, are also incurred, along with contributions for student health insurance (typically when exceeding the age limit of 25 or certain income thresholds). For information on funding opportunities, refer to Deutsches Studierendenwerk - Finanzierungsmöglichkeiten and the Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz (BAföG) (Federal Education Assistance Act).

Modules may include: Ancient Studies, Ancient Languages, Archaeology, Images and Meanings, Research and Documentation, Interdisciplinary Studies, Cult and Religion, Literature, Media and Communication, Modern Foreign Languages, Philology, Political History of Antiquity, Space and Context, Prehistory and Early History of a European Macro-region. Practical (university) study content may include internships (e.g., in publishing houses), research projects, excursions, and semesters abroad.

One should be prepared for the following conditions and requirements: Courses: Attend lectures and seminars in university lecture halls and seminar rooms during the semester; potentially participate in online courses from home. Part-time (university) study alongside a profession: Working during the day on weekdays and attending university in the evenings or on weekends. Practical exercises: For example, conducting listening comprehension exercises in language labs. Independent work: Preparing for and reviewing courses, researching in libraries, preparing presentations, completing assignments (also during lecture-free periods). Scientific research: Deepening skills in scientific work. Organization and planning: Independently planning one's (university) study, adhering to specified study periods, and submitting study and exam performances on time (self-discipline and organizational talent are required). Career preparation: Potentially completing internships (e.g., in a publishing house or).

Students can complete parts of their (university) study abroad. For example, in France/Switzerland, there is the Trinational Master's Program in Ancient Studies (TMA). Universities offering this program include: Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg, Université de Haute-Alsace Mulhouse, Université Marc Bloch Strasbourg, Universität Basel. The degree awarded is a Master of Arts (M.A.). Further information can be found on the Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg's Trinational Master's Program in Ancient Studies (TMA) page.

The following (university) study fields can be alternatives for Ancient Studies (advanced): History and Archaeology Field: History (advanced), Archaeology (advanced), Egyptology (advanced), Celtic Studies (advanced), Classical Philology - Greek Studies (advanced), Classical Philology - Latin Studies (advanced), Art History (advanced), Museology (advanced). Common aspects: Researching cultural areas, societies, and their development; discovering and evaluating sources; creating publications; designing exhibitions.

Universities typically require the following (university) study degrees as prerequisites: Ancient Studies (undergraduate), History (undergraduate), Archaeology (undergraduate), Egyptology (undergraduate), Modern Greek Studies (undergraduate), Classical Philology - Greek Studies (undergraduate), Classical Philology - Latin Studies (undergraduate).

Additional and key qualifications facilitate a successful career start. Topics such as foreign languages and academic writing are relevant. Internships, for example in a publishing house or a scientific library, specifically prepare students for professional life. Opportunities to acquire additional and key qualifications can be found at the Career Centers of universities (see contact details of the respective university): Hochschulen in Deutschland - Hochschulsuche des Hochschulkompass.

This advanced (university) study field deepens knowledge gained from an undergraduate (university) study and, if applicable, professional experience. Students usually specialize in specific topics, such as ancient history or classical archaeology. Additionally, there are Master's programs that cover a broad spectrum of Ancient Studies. This (university) study leads to a second university degree. This study field can sometimes be combined with other subjects. Ancient Studies is also available as a part-time (university) program.

Examples: Classical Studies (Master), Ancient Cultures (Master), Ancient Languages and Cultures (Master), Archaeology and Cultural History of the Ancient Mediterranean (Master), Classical Cultures (Master), Digital Studies of Ancient Texts (Master), Classical Antiquity (History and Literature) (Master), Science, Technology and Medicine in the Ancient World (Master), Near Eastern Archaeology (Master).

Depending on the university, Classical Studies can be combined with subjects such as: General and Comparative Literature (advanced), English and American Studies (advanced), Archaeology (advanced), German Studies (advanced), History (advanced), Jewish Studies, Judaic Studies (advanced), Classical Philology - Greek Studies (advanced), Classical Philology - Latin Studies (advanced), Art History (advanced), Modern Greek Studies (advanced), Philosophy, Ethics (advanced), Romance Studies - Italian (advanced).

Master's graduates in Classical Studies can find various career opportunities in the private sector, such as exhibition management and planning, archaeological excavations, adult education, or art and cultural management. Those aiming for an academic career at a university typically need to pursue a doctorate. A doctorate may also facilitate access to higher professional positions in the private sector and research.

Beginnings: Classical Studies were established for the analysis and interpretation of ancient texts from Roman, Greek, and ancient Near Eastern language areas. 19th Century: The rise of archaeology and the establishment of the first chairs for (classical) archaeology. Classical Studies programs were divided by specialization, such as Classical and Ancient Near Eastern Philologies, Ancient or Prehistory and Early History, and Archaeology. 1999: The Bologna Process began, reforming the European higher education landscape with goals including: creating a unified European higher education area, harmonizing study programs and degrees through the introduction of Bachelor's and Master's programs, and improving the mobility of students and faculty.

Degree Awarded: Master of Arts (M.A.).

No remuneration is received during the Studium (university studies). Compensation may be agreed upon for practical phases or internships.

Legal Regulations for Studies: At the federal level, these include the Higher Education Framework Act (HRG) as amended, joint structural guidelines for the accreditation of Bachelor's and Master's programs (KMK resolution), and the qualifications framework for German higher education degrees (developed in cooperation with HRK, KMK, and BMBF). At the state (Bundesland) level, higher education laws in conjunction with administrative regulations, such as those concerning the accreditation of study programs, or qualification and university admission regulations apply. At the university level, the university's statutes and the study and examination regulations for the respective study program are in effect.

The prerequisite for this Studium (university study) is a first professionally qualifying university degree; typically, an undergraduate degree (grundständiges Studium) in Classical Studies or a closely related discipline, such as History, is required. Depending on the university, an internal selection process takes place. Selection criteria may include academic performance in the first professionally qualifying degree. If necessary, knowledge of Latin, (Ancient) Greek, or Hebrew, as well as English and another foreign language, must be demonstrated.