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Universität Bielefeld
Master German Social Sciences

German as a Foreign Language and German Linguistics and Literature

Master

About the Program

The Master's programme consists of the following modules: Orientierungsmodul/Orientation (seminar, lecture) Deutsch als Fremdsprache/Deutsch als Zweitsprache: Theorien und Modelle/German as a foreign language/German as a second language: theories and models (lecture, tutorial) Grundlagenmodul: Germanistische Sprachwissenschaft/German linguistics: theoretical basis (seminars) Grundlagenmodul: Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft/German literature: theoretical basis (seminars) Profil 1: Deutsch als Fremdsprache/Deutsch als Zweitsprache und Germanistische Linguistik/Profile 1: German as a Foreign Language/German as a Second Language and German Linguistics Sprachlehr- und -lernforschung/Second language teaching and learning research (seminars) Entwicklungen in der Sprach- und Kulturvermittlung/Current trends in the teaching of language and culture (seminars) Germanistische Linguistik/German linguistics (seminars) Forschungs- und Anwendungsmodul/Research and application module (seminar, research project, mentoring internship) Mastermodul/Master's module (colloquium, lecture) Individueller Ergänzungsbereich/Individual studies OR Profil 2: Deutsch als Fremdsprache/Deutsch als Zweitsprache und Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft/Profile 2: German as a Foreign Language/German as a Second Language and German Literature Sprachlehr- und -lernforschung/Second language teaching and learning research (seminars) Entwicklungen in der Sprach- und Kulturvermittlung/Current trends in the teaching of language and culture (seminars) Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft/German literature (seminars) Forschungs- und Anwendungsmodul/Research and application module (seminar, research project, mentoring internship) Mastermodul/Master's module (colloquium, lecture) Individueller Ergänzungsbereich/Individual studies We offer the following support programmes for our students: An academic mentoring programme for students in their first semester Writing workshops to support the writing of papers and theses Semester-long courses and counselling on academic work in our department
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The Master's programme consists of the following modules: Orientierungsmodul/Orientation (seminar, lecture) Deutsch als Fremdsprache/Deutsch als Zweitsprache: Theorien und Modelle/German as a foreign language/German as a second language: theories and models (lecture, tutorial) Grundlagenmodul: Germanistische Sprachwissenschaft/German linguistics: theoretical basis (seminars) Grundlagenmodul: Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft/German literature: theoretical basis (seminars) Profil 1: Deutsch als Fremdsprache/Deutsch als Zweitsprache und Germanistische Linguistik/Profile 1: German as a Foreign Language/German as a Second Language and German Linguistics Sprachlehr- und -lernforschung/Second language teaching and learning research (seminars) Entwicklungen in der Sprach- und Kulturvermittlung/Current trends in the teaching of language and culture (seminars) Germanistische Linguistik/German linguistics (seminars) Forschungs- und Anwendungsmodul/Research and application module (seminar, research project, mentoring internship) Mastermodul/Master's module (colloquium, lecture) Individueller Ergänzungsbereich/Individual studies OR Profil 2: Deutsch als Fremdsprache/Deutsch als Zweitsprache und Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft/Profile 2: German as a Foreign Language/German as a Second Language and German Literature Sprachlehr- und -lernforschung/Second language teaching and learning research (seminars) Entwicklungen in der Sprach- und Kulturvermittlung/Current trends in the teaching of language and culture (seminars) Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft/German literature (seminars) Forschungs- und Anwendungsmodul/Research and application module (seminar, research project, mentoring internship) Mastermodul/Master's module (colloquium, lecture) Individueller Ergänzungsbereich/Individual studies We offer the following support programmes for our students: An academic mentoring programme for students in their first semester Writing workshops to support the writing of papers and theses Semester-long courses and counselling on academic work in our department

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about German as a Foreign Language and German Linguistics and Literature at Universität Bielefeld

Is German as a Foreign Language and German Linguistics and Literature at Universität Bielefeld 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 German as a Foreign Language and German Linguistics and Literature 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 German as a Foreign Language and German Linguistics and Literature at Universität Bielefeld?

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 German as a Foreign Language and German Linguistics and Literature?

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 Bielefeld — 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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