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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Critical Studies in Culture and History Combined BachelorCritical Studies in Culture and History

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Critical Studies in Culture and History is a minor subject in a Combined Bachelor's Degree program that examines cultural phenomena of everyday life in the past and present. The program explores how trends, fashions, preferences, technological changes, and historical processes affect social life and cultural memory. Students learn scientific tools to identify, describe, and interpret cultural processes, and develop skills in theoretical and project-based qualitative methods. The program includes the MarSkills programme for acquiring future-oriented skills. Graduates may find employment in cultural sector institutions like museums and media centers, or in organizations requiring cultural translation and integration skills, anti-discrimination work, human resource management, and urban planning.

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

Critical Studies in Culture and History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Critical Studies in Culture and History Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Critical Studies in Culture and History 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 Critical Studies in Culture and History 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 Critical Studies in Culture and History 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 Critical Studies in Culture and History Combined Bachelor? ▼

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 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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