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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg
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Doctor of Philosophy

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About the Program

The PhD program 'Language - Literature - Society' (Sprache - Literatur - Gesellschaft) focuses on the interrelationships and relevance between literature, language, and society from the 19th century to the present. It provides a research-oriented, interdisciplinary structured teaching program for doctoral students in language, speech, and literary studies. The program creates a framework for methodological linking of individual philological perspectives and different theoretical positions and theory cultures. The content aims to make cross-disciplinary dialogue from individual philologies fruitful for a cultural studies understanding of modern societies and to relate it to discourse patterns of different language areas and cultures. The research program focuses on the mutual influences between literature/language and formations of socio-cultural reality from the 19th century to the present. The program consists of several modules including Research Colloquium, Doctoral Colloquium, Interdisciplinary Deepening Module, Key Competencies, and Work Progress and Successful Completion of the Dissertation, totaling 180 credit points.
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The PhD program 'Language - Literature - Society' (Sprache - Literatur - Gesellschaft) focuses on the interrelationships and relevance between literature, language, and society from the 19th century to the present. It provides a research-oriented, interdisciplinary structured teaching program for doctoral students in language, speech, and literary studies. The program creates a framework for methodological linking of individual philological perspectives and different theoretical positions and theory cultures. The content aims to make cross-disciplinary dialogue from individual philologies fruitful for a cultural studies understanding of modern societies and to relate it to discourse patterns of different language areas and cultures. The research program focuses on the mutual influences between literature/language and formations of socio-cultural reality from the 19th century to the present. The program consists of several modules including Research Colloquium, Doctoral Colloquium, Interdisciplinary Deepening Module, Key Competencies, and Work Progress and Successful Completion of the Dissertation, totaling 180 credit points.

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)

Which Professions Does This Program Open Up?

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Philology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Doctor of Philosophy at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg

Is Doctor of Philosophy at Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg taught in German or English?

This Other 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 Doctor of Philosophy 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 Doctor of Philosophy 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 Doctor of Philosophy?

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 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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