Bachelor
German + English
Social Sciences
European Minority Languages BAEuropean Minority Languages
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
About the Program
Your studies will focus on language minorities in society. You will acquire in-depth knowledge of selected European minority languages and examine societies in which minority languages are spoken on the basis of relevant phenomena. After completing your studies, you will have acquired intercultural and social science skills as multilingual specialists, which will also open up interesting prospects for you on the international job market. The programme includes four semesters at Leipzig University and two semesters (the fifth and sixth semesters) at the partner university in Szczecin, Poland. The curriculum includes areas such as minority research, Sorbian studies, Celtic studies, sociology/anthropology, and further minority languages.
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Your studies will focus on language minorities in society. You will acquire in-depth knowledge of selected European minority languages and examine societies in which minority languages are spoken on the basis of relevant phenomena. After completing your studies, you will have acquired intercultural and social science skills as multilingual specialists, which will also open up interesting prospects for you on the international job market. The programme includes four semesters at Leipzig University and two semesters (the fifth and sixth semesters) at the partner university in Szczecin, Poland. The curriculum includes areas such as minority research, Sorbian studies, Celtic studies, sociology/anthropology, and further minority languages.
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How do I apply to European Minority Languages BA at Universität Leipzig?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about European Minority Languages BA at Universität Leipzig
Is European Minority Languages BA at Universität Leipzig taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the European Minority Languages BA 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 European Minority Languages BA at Universität Leipzig? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 European Minority Languages BA? ▼
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 Universität Leipzig — 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.