Master
German
Social Sciences
Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign LanguageIntercultural German Studies / German as a Foreign Language (MA)
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The field of Intercultural German Studies explores conceptual, theoretical and methodological aspects of interculturalism. The Intercultural German Studies / German as a Foreign Language Program at the University of Göttingen focuses primarily on the scientific description of German language and culture as well as its transmission in intercultural contexts. The Department of Intercultural German Studies, located within the Department of German Philology, was founded in 2004 by Prof. Dr. Hiltraud Casper-Hehne. The Department promotes diverse international cooperation, which has resulted in numerous scientific projects concerning intercultural and contrast-cultural themes. Graduates work on questions of interculturalism and on the description and transmission of language and culture in both private and public institutions, including international organizations, publishing and media organizations, language schools, university departments teaching German as a Foreign Language, institutions of adult education, or cultural institutions like the Goethe-Institut.
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The field of Intercultural German Studies explores conceptual, theoretical and methodological aspects of interculturalism. The Intercultural German Studies / German as a Foreign Language Program at the University of Göttingen focuses primarily on the scientific description of German language and culture as well as its transmission in intercultural contexts. The Department of Intercultural German Studies, located within the Department of German Philology, was founded in 2004 by Prof. Dr. Hiltraud Casper-Hehne. The Department promotes diverse international cooperation, which has resulted in numerous scientific projects concerning intercultural and contrast-cultural themes. Graduates work on questions of interculturalism and on the description and transmission of language and culture in both private and public institutions, including international organizations, publishing and media organizations, language schools, university departments teaching German as a Foreign Language, institutions of adult education, or cultural institutions like the Goethe-Institut.
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How do I apply to Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign Language at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign Language at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen
Is Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign Language at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen 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 Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign Language 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 Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign Language at Georg-August-Universität Göttingen? ▼
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 Intercultural German Studies/ German as a Foreign Language? ▼
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 Georg-August-Universität Göttingen — 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.