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History and Societies of the Islamic World

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

History and Societies of the Islamic World is a research-oriented master's program at the Department of History and Cultural Studies with a focus on history, culture, religion, and the social sciences. It is a consecutive master's program taught entirely in English that requires a bachelor's degree in History and Cultures of the Middle East with a focus on Islamic Studies, or an equivalent degree in a closely related subject. The program focuses on the history, politics, religions, cultures, knowledge formations, and normativities of Islamic societies from the beginnings of Islam to the present. The regional focus lies on West Asia and North Africa as well as on Europe, with special attention to global perspectives and interconnections. The master's program offers an overview of the current state of research and central debates in the study of the history and societies of the Islamic world and trains students in various research approaches and methodologies.
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History and Societies of the Islamic World is a research-oriented master's program at the Department of History and Cultural Studies with a focus on history, culture, religion, and the social sciences. It is a consecutive master's program taught entirely in English that requires a bachelor's degree in History and Cultures of the Middle East with a focus on Islamic Studies, or an equivalent degree in a closely related subject. The program focuses on the history, politics, religions, cultures, knowledge formations, and normativities of Islamic societies from the beginnings of Islam to the present. The regional focus lies on West Asia and North Africa as well as on Europe, with special attention to global perspectives and interconnections. The master's program offers an overview of the current state of research and central debates in the study of the history and societies of the Islamic world and trains students in various research approaches and methodologies.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about History and Societies of the Islamic World at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien

Is History and Societies of the Islamic World at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien taught in German or English?

This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the History and Societies of the Islamic World 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 History and Societies of the Islamic World at Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 History and Societies of the Islamic World?

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 Freie Universität Berlin, E-Medien — 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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