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Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main
Master German Social Sciences

Archäologie und Kulturgeschichte des Vorderen Orients MasterArchaeology and Cultural History of the Near East

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The one-year Master's program in Archaeology and Cultural History of the Near East at the Institute for Archaeological Sciences of Johann Wolfgang Goethe University Frankfurt am Main follows a four-year Bachelor's program. The course includes five modules - four compulsory and one elective module - with a focus on scientific and professional training elements. The program imparts in-depth subject and methodological knowledge and serves to practice good scientific practice. Students are guided to make their own scientific contributions in written and oral form and to present them to the university public. The aim is to develop a holistic picture appropriate to the respective question, possibly also with the inclusion of own work on and research into the extensive written tradition of ancient oriental cultures. The goal of the program is to sharpen a research and science profile that is not only relevant for further work in teaching and research. In addition to 'classical' forms of teaching and examination, oral performances are in the foreground - conception and design of courses, extensive oral contributions in academic teaching, lectures. Graduates of the program have the opportunity to pursue a doctorate in Archaeology and Cultural History of the Near East.

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)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Archaeology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Archäologie und Kulturgeschichte des Vorderen Orients Master at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main

Is Archäologie und Kulturgeschichte des Vorderen Orients Master at Goethe-Universität Frankfurt am Main 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 Archäologie und Kulturgeschichte des Vorderen Orients Master 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 Archäologie und Kulturgeschichte des Vorderen Orients Master 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 Archäologie und Kulturgeschichte des Vorderen Orients Master? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). 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.

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