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Philipps-Universität Marburg
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Classical Archaeology Combined BachelorClassical Archaeology

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

In the minor subject "Classical Archaeology", you will gain a broad grounding in all the sub-areas of classical archaeology – from the Aegean Bronze Age to the Roman Empire. You will learn to define and reproduce the basic concepts of the archaeological sciences as well as epochs and classes of cultural history. You will learn archaeological methods in theory and practice, e.g. the digital documentation of archaeological finds and the interpretation and presentation of these. The program prepares students for archaeological professions through internships and teaches methodological skills that open opportunities in other fields such as modern communications, journalism, public relations, project management, culture management, tourism, publishing, adult education, etc. It also provides foundations for advanced master's degree programmes and potential doctoral studies.
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In the minor subject "Classical Archaeology", you will gain a broad grounding in all the sub-areas of classical archaeology – from the Aegean Bronze Age to the Roman Empire. You will learn to define and reproduce the basic concepts of the archaeological sciences as well as epochs and classes of cultural history. You will learn archaeological methods in theory and practice, e.g. the digital documentation of archaeological finds and the interpretation and presentation of these. The program prepares students for archaeological professions through internships and teaches methodological skills that open opportunities in other fields such as modern communications, journalism, public relations, project management, culture management, tourism, publishing, adult education, etc. It also provides foundations for advanced master's degree programmes and potential doctoral studies.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Classical Archaeology Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Classical Archaeology Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg 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 Classical Archaeology Combined 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 Classical Archaeology Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg?

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 Classical Archaeology Combined 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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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