Bachelor
German
👥 Social Sciences
Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
About the Program
The Bachelor's program 'African Languages, Media and Communication' (Asmek) follows the guiding principle of sociolinguistic, media linguistic and structural linguistic basic education with reference to African languages. A central component of this program is practical language training in two languages, including an African language over a period of two years, to impart basic communication skills, as well as the acquisition of important overview knowledge in various relevant areas of linguistic-cultural production in Africa and the African diaspora. This includes knowledge of language diversity, basic cultural and linguistic historical guidelines, and especially current social and technological-media framework conditions of (offline and online) communication in African languages. The program aims to teach fundamental African linguistic analysis methods from transcription techniques and the evaluation of ethnographic data to the sociolinguistic description of human communication behavior to discourse-analytical and intercultural interpretation. The overarching goal of the broad-based content offering is to combine African linguistic practice with relevant content from sociolinguistics, digital and intercultural communication. This program, which addresses modern social topics such as digital media and intercultural communication in Africa and combines them with structural linguistic training and the acquisition of African language skills, was designed in cooperation with the Institute for Ethnology and African Studies (IfEAS) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz.
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The Bachelor's program 'African Languages, Media and Communication' (Asmek) follows the guiding principle of sociolinguistic, media linguistic and structural linguistic basic education with reference to African languages. A central component of this program is practical language training in two languages, including an African language over a period of two years, to impart basic communication skills, as well as the acquisition of important overview knowledge in various relevant areas of linguistic-cultural production in Africa and the African diaspora. This includes knowledge of language diversity, basic cultural and linguistic historical guidelines, and especially current social and technological-media framework conditions of (offline and online) communication in African languages. The program aims to teach fundamental African linguistic analysis methods from transcription techniques and the evaluation of ethnographic data to the sociolinguistic description of human communication behavior to discourse-analytical and intercultural interpretation. The overarching goal of the broad-based content offering is to combine African linguistic practice with relevant content from sociolinguistics, digital and intercultural communication. This program, which addresses modern social topics such as digital media and intercultural communication in Africa and combines them with structural linguistic training and the acquisition of African language skills, was designed in cooperation with the Institute for Ethnology and African Studies (IfEAS) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz.
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💡 How do I apply to Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main
Is Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor programme cost? ▼
No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).
When is the application deadline? ▼
Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.
Can I work in Germany while studying Afrika Sprachen, Medien und Kommunikation Bachelor? ▼
Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.
How do I apply to Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main — directly or via uni-assist? ▼
Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.