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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Asien und Mittelmeerraum Sprachen, Kulturen, GesellschaftenAsian and Mediterranean Languages, Cultures, Societies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor's program 'Asia and Mediterranean: Languages, Cultures, Societies' (60 LP) enables students to address issues from the Mediterranean and Asian regions independently and according to scientific criteria based on original language texts according to their chosen specialization. The program offers a comprehensive introduction to one or more languages or to historical-comparative Indo-European linguistics, as well as to texts and societies of the regions corresponding to the chosen specialization(s). Students can choose between these specializations: Arabic (Arabic/Islamic Studies), Hebrew (Jewish Studies), Armenian and Syriac (Christian Orient), or Indo-European (Historical and Comparative Linguistics). The program develops competencies in working independently with original texts in the chosen language(s), handling source texts and their intercultural interpretation, knowledge of discussions and problems in research, analyzing current events in the Mediterranean and Asian regions from a historical perspective, understanding local and transregional social dynamics between different groups, and presenting acquired expertise in an appropriate form.

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 higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

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

Asian and Mediterranean Studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Asien und Mittelmeerraum Sprachen, Kulturen, Gesellschaften at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Is Asien und Mittelmeerraum Sprachen, Kulturen, Gesellschaften at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg 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 Asien und Mittelmeerraum Sprachen, Kulturen, Gesellschaften 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 Asien und Mittelmeerraum Sprachen, Kulturen, Gesellschaften at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg? ▼

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 Asien und Mittelmeerraum Sprachen, Kulturen, Gesellschaften? ▼

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 Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg — 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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