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Universität Hamburg
Master German Social Sciences

Griechische und Lateinische Philologie [Greek and Latin Philology]Greek and Latin Philology

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The Master's program "Greek and Latin Philology" is a contemporary combination of the traditionally taught subjects of Classical Philology (Greek and Latin Studies), Byzantine Studies (History and Culture of Byzantium), and Modern Greek Philology. The program provides in-depth knowledge of one of the languages and literatures (Ancient, Medieval, and Modern Greek, Latin) as well as the associated cultural areas. In the Master's program Greek and Latin Philology, students can study the following subject profiles within the framework of individual specialization: Greek Studies, Latin Studies, or Byzantine and Modern Greek Philology. The program considers the current requirements of the academic job market and provides a solid foundation for subsequent doctoral studies in one of the three profile areas. The profound knowledge of ancient languages and literatures or modern Greek language and literature taught in the program, together with the key qualifications acquired during the course of study, also form an outstanding qualification for later professional activity in cultural mediation fields, such as adult education, libraries and publishing, museums, archives, etc.

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

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

Classical Philology

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Griechische und Lateinische Philologie [Greek and Latin Philology] at Universität Hamburg

Is Griechische und Lateinische Philologie [Greek and Latin Philology] at Universität Hamburg 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 Griechische und Lateinische Philologie [Greek and Latin Philology] 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 Griechische und Lateinische Philologie [Greek and Latin Philology] at Universität Hamburg? ▼

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 Griechische und Lateinische Philologie [Greek and Latin Philology]? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Universität Hamburg — 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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