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Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Master German Social Sciences

Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Georg-August-Universität Göttingen Göttingen · Lower Saxony

About the Program

Building upon the BA, students will acquire in-depth knowledge of the Late Classical Period and Byzantine world, especially in regard to their material and artistic legacy. They will examine the content, genre geography and epoch of subject-related topics. Students will become confident in assessing even complex material, artistic and iconographic characteristics and in socially interpreting findings. Students will apply differentiated methods of questioning, interpreting and presenting cultural evidence (source study, exploration techniques incl. excavations, documentation, works analysis, iconography, style critique, dealing with non-artistic objects, conservation, scientific writing, media didactics). Students will be able to recognize the gaps in the information that is currently available and to specifically tackle them in an original manner. They will be well prepared to explore special literature and to critically assess the available opinions of researchers. They will be able to adequately present their findings and results to an expert audience as well as a general audience.
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Building upon the BA, students will acquire in-depth knowledge of the Late Classical Period and Byzantine world, especially in regard to their material and artistic legacy. They will examine the content, genre geography and epoch of subject-related topics. Students will become confident in assessing even complex material, artistic and iconographic characteristics and in socially interpreting findings. Students will apply differentiated methods of questioning, interpreting and presenting cultural evidence (source study, exploration techniques incl. excavations, documentation, works analysis, iconography, style critique, dealing with non-artistic objects, conservation, scientific writing, media didactics). Students will be able to recognize the gaps in the information that is currently available and to specifically tackle them in an original manner. They will be well prepared to explore special literature and to critically assess the available opinions of researchers. They will be able to adequately present their findings and results to an expert audience as well as a general audience.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Archaeology and Art History

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How do I apply to Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen

Is Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen taught in German or English? ▼

This Master 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 Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World 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 Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen? ▼

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 Archaeology and Art History of the Late Antique and Byzantine World? ▼

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 Georg-August-Universität Göttingen — 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.

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