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Universität des Saarlandes
Bachelor German Social Sciences

German Language and Literature

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The German Language and Literature program (Germanistik) is a language, literature, media and cultural studies discipline that provides foundational knowledge and skills in three Germanic areas: Modern German Literary Studies (exploring German-language literature from the 15th century to the present), Modern German Linguistics (analyzing language from syntactic, morphological and communicative perspectives), and Old German Philology (covering the history of German language and early literature until the end of the 15th century). The program is structured with foundation modules, advanced modules, and specialization modules. Students learn critical handling of primary and secondary sources, independent analysis of written and spoken language, and media communication forms. In the extended major option, students complete a two-month bachelor's thesis on a selected academic topic. The program offers professional preparation through practical courses in digital work environments, journalism, marketing, communication, management, and cultural practice. Career opportunities include publishing, cultural policy and mediation, book trade, press and public relations, media, advertising, libraries, archives, and documentation centers.
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The German Language and Literature program (Germanistik) is a language, literature, media and cultural studies discipline that provides foundational knowledge and skills in three Germanic areas: Modern German Literary Studies (exploring German-language literature from the 15th century to the present), Modern German Linguistics (analyzing language from syntactic, morphological and communicative perspectives), and Old German Philology (covering the history of German language and early literature until the end of the 15th century). The program is structured with foundation modules, advanced modules, and specialization modules. Students learn critical handling of primary and secondary sources, independent analysis of written and spoken language, and media communication forms. In the extended major option, students complete a two-month bachelor's thesis on a selected academic topic. The program offers professional preparation through practical courses in digital work environments, journalism, marketing, communication, management, and cultural practice. Career opportunities include publishing, cultural policy and mediation, book trade, press and public relations, media, advertising, libraries, archives, and documentation centers.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

German Language and Literature

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about German Language and Literature at Universität des Saarlandes

Is German Language and Literature at Universität des Saarlandes 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 German Language 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 Language and Literature at Universität des Saarlandes?

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 Language 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 des Saarlandes — 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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