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Europa-Universität Viadrina
Bachelor German Social Sciences

in Cultural StudiesCultural Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Bachelor in Cultural Studies program focuses on interdisciplinary work. In the first semesters, students engage with the subjects, questions, and methods in the development of cultural studies. Throughout the program, students specialize in two freely selectable disciplines: Cultural History, Literary Studies, Linguistics, or Comparative Social Sciences. To meet the interdisciplinary requirements of the university, students will complete part of their coursework at one of the neighboring faculties - Law or Economics. Learning foreign languages is an important part of the cultural studies program, with students required to learn two freely selectable modern foreign languages to B2 level (GER). The program prepares students for various professional fields in Germany, Europe, and worldwide through its interdisciplinary orientation, international profile, and application-oriented teaching.
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The Bachelor in Cultural Studies program focuses on interdisciplinary work. In the first semesters, students engage with the subjects, questions, and methods in the development of cultural studies. Throughout the program, students specialize in two freely selectable disciplines: Cultural History, Literary Studies, Linguistics, or Comparative Social Sciences. To meet the interdisciplinary requirements of the university, students will complete part of their coursework at one of the neighboring faculties - Law or Economics. Learning foreign languages is an important part of the cultural studies program, with students required to learn two freely selectable modern foreign languages to B2 level (GER). The program prepares students for various professional fields in Germany, Europe, and worldwide through its interdisciplinary orientation, international profile, and application-oriented teaching.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about in Cultural Studies at Europa-Universität Viadrina

Is in Cultural Studies at Europa-Universität Viadrina 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 in Cultural Studies 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 in Cultural Studies at Europa-Universität Viadrina?

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 in Cultural Studies?

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 Europa-Universität Viadrina — 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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