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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Master German Social Sciences

Deutsch als Zweit- und FremdspracheGerman as a Second and Foreign Language

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program in German as a Second and Foreign Language at the Institute of German Studies at Justus-Liebig-University Giessen bridges the subjects of German as a Second Language (DaZ) and German as a Foreign Language (DaF). The program provides fundamental knowledge in second and foreign language acquisition and teaching, while also reflecting on individual influencing factors, implications, and options for specific learning contexts and target groups, both domestically (e.g., adult migrants, newly immigrated students) and abroad (e.g., students at German schools abroad, international professionals, students of German studies abroad). The program consists of 8 mandatory modules including a practical module and a thesis module.
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The Master's program in German as a Second and Foreign Language at the Institute of German Studies at Justus-Liebig-University Giessen bridges the subjects of German as a Second Language (DaZ) and German as a Foreign Language (DaF). The program provides fundamental knowledge in second and foreign language acquisition and teaching, while also reflecting on individual influencing factors, implications, and options for specific learning contexts and target groups, both domestically (e.g., adult migrants, newly immigrated students) and abroad (e.g., students at German schools abroad, international professionals, students of German studies abroad). The program consists of 8 mandatory modules including a practical module and a thesis module.

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

German Studies Linguistics German as a Foreign Language German as a Second Language Language Teaching

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Deutsch als Zweit- und Fremdsprache at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is Deutsch als Zweit- und Fremdsprache at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen 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 Deutsch als Zweit- und Fremdsprache 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 Deutsch als Zweit- und Fremdsprache at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

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 Deutsch als Zweit- und Fremdsprache?

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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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