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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Linguistics Bachelor of ArtsLinguistics

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The Linguistics program focuses on how language functions as a central means of communication for people worldwide. Students explore how language works, how it can be described and explained, why languages around the world differ, and what effect language has on speakers. Linguists study the approximately 7,000 languages on Earth, examining both theoretical and practical aspects of language structures and their impact on speakers. The program doesn't focus on a specific language or language family, but rather analyzes structural properties and functions of language in general, comparing different language practices. The curriculum includes semantics, pragmatics, syntax, various language theories, historical development of language systems, influence of social and cultural contexts on language, neurocognitive abilities related to language acquisition and production, linguistic methods for language analysis, and learning one or two new modern foreign languages. Students can specialize in language typology or neurolinguistics.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Linguistics Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

Is Linguistics Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz 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 Linguistics Bachelor of Arts 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 Linguistics Bachelor of Arts at Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz? ▼

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 Linguistics Bachelor of Arts? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz — 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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