Bachelor
German
Social Sciences
Film Science Bachelor of ArtsFilm Studies
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
About the Program
The Film Science program at JGU Mainz focuses on audiovisual media in their various forms and contexts. Students learn to analyze and critically discuss film and audiovisual media in aesthetic, social, political, and theoretical contexts. The program has a media studies focus and emphasizes systematic analysis of audiovisual processes, their history, and mediation. Unlike other programs in Germany, Mainz places significant emphasis on film and media history perspectives in connection with current topics, including queer, trans*, feminist, or decolonial perspectives on audiovisual media. The program is interdisciplinary, uniquely combining content from theater and media culture studies as well as cultural anthropology/European ethnology with film studies. While primarily theoretical, the program includes practical components through project seminars and practical exercises in film curating, filmmaking, or film archiving. Students benefit from Mainz's position as a media city and proximity to the Rhine-Main media center (Wiesbaden, Frankfurt), offering opportunities to connect with relevant companies and organizations in the film industry.
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The Film Science program at JGU Mainz focuses on audiovisual media in their various forms and contexts. Students learn to analyze and critically discuss film and audiovisual media in aesthetic, social, political, and theoretical contexts. The program has a media studies focus and emphasizes systematic analysis of audiovisual processes, their history, and mediation. Unlike other programs in Germany, Mainz places significant emphasis on film and media history perspectives in connection with current topics, including queer, trans*, feminist, or decolonial perspectives on audiovisual media. The program is interdisciplinary, uniquely combining content from theater and media culture studies as well as cultural anthropology/European ethnology with film studies. While primarily theoretical, the program includes practical components through project seminars and practical exercises in film curating, filmmaking, or film archiving. Students benefit from Mainz's position as a media city and proximity to the Rhine-Main media center (Wiesbaden, Frankfurt), offering opportunities to connect with relevant companies and organizations in the film industry.
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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How do I apply to Film Science Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz?
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 Film Science Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Is Film Science Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz 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 Film Science Bachelor of Arts 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 Film Science Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz? ▼
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 Film Science Bachelor of Arts? ▼
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 Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — 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.