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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Master German Social Sciences

History of the Ancient World

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The interdisciplinary Master of Arts in History of the Ancient World is jointly offered by several departments: Ancient History, Ancient History of the Church, Classical Archaeology, Greek, Latin, and the New Testament. The program emphasizes issues important in the Holy Roman Empire, Late Antiquity, and throughout European cultural and intellectual history, particularly the interaction between pagan culture and Christianity in antiquity. Students receive a solid overview of key sources and epochs from both historical and theological perspectives. They learn to critically read and understand ancient texts and sources, contextualize them within theological, philosophical, and cultural historical frameworks, and develop interdisciplinary thinking skills for independent scholarly work. The program allows students to develop specializations in areas such as history, material and immanent culture, hagiography, and Christian and pagan theology.
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The interdisciplinary Master of Arts in History of the Ancient World is jointly offered by several departments: Ancient History, Ancient History of the Church, Classical Archaeology, Greek, Latin, and the New Testament. The program emphasizes issues important in the Holy Roman Empire, Late Antiquity, and throughout European cultural and intellectual history, particularly the interaction between pagan culture and Christianity in antiquity. Students receive a solid overview of key sources and epochs from both historical and theological perspectives. They learn to critically read and understand ancient texts and sources, contextualize them within theological, philosophical, and cultural historical frameworks, and develop interdisciplinary thinking skills for independent scholarly work. The program allows students to develop specializations in areas such as history, material and immanent culture, hagiography, and Christian and pagan theology.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about History of the Ancient World at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena

Is History of the Ancient World at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena 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 History of the Ancient 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 of the Ancient World at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena?

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 History of the Ancient 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 Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena — 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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