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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

About the Program

This degree program is aimed at students who are interested in languages, in the function and transition of language systems, and in how people deal with language. The degree program does not focus on one particular language. The main focus is on German, English and Romance languages, with other languages covered to some extent. Students have the opportunity to specialize in either applied and descriptive linguistics or historical linguistics and variation, depending on their own interests. The main topics of the degree program are grammar and grammatical theory, language change and language variation, research on multilingualism, language acquisition, and lexicography. In-depth study of empirical methods in linguistics used in areas such as corpus linguistics plays a key role.
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This degree program is aimed at students who are interested in languages, in the function and transition of language systems, and in how people deal with language. The degree program does not focus on one particular language. The main focus is on German, English and Romance languages, with other languages covered to some extent. Students have the opportunity to specialize in either applied and descriptive linguistics or historical linguistics and variation, depending on their own interests. The main topics of the degree program are grammar and grammatical theory, language change and language variation, research on multilingualism, language acquisition, and lexicography. In-depth study of empirical methods in linguistics used in areas such as corpus linguistics plays a key role.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Linguistics at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

Is Linguistics at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg 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 Linguistics 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 at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg?

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?

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-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg — 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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