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Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

Indonesian

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The language minor in Indonesian offers three basic modules which convey to students skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) is the national language of the Republic of Indonesia and one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Linguistically, "Bahasa Indonesia" is the Malay language, which is also the national language of Malaysia and Brunei. In the first three semesters students acquire, through the basic modules, fundamental knowledge of grammar and communication skills. This subject must be combined with a second subject. The minor in Indonesian can be combined with a major in Asian Studies with the profile Southeast Asian Studies or with the profile Comparative Religious Studies.
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The language minor in Indonesian offers three basic modules which convey to students skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesia) is the national language of the Republic of Indonesia and one of the most widely spoken languages in the world. Linguistically, "Bahasa Indonesia" is the Malay language, which is also the national language of Malaysia and Brunei. In the first three semesters students acquire, through the basic modules, fundamental knowledge of grammar and communication skills. This subject must be combined with a second subject. The minor in Indonesian can be combined with a major in Asian Studies with the profile Southeast Asian Studies or with the profile Comparative Religious Studies.

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

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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 Indonesian at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

Is Indonesian at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Indonesian 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 Indonesian at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 Indonesian?

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 Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn — 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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