Master
German + English
Social Sciences
MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg)
Master
About the Program
The programme can be studied in either Munich or Regensburg. In Munich, we offer courses in History, Slavonic Studies, Political Science, European Ethnology, Turkish/Ottoman Studies, Albanian Studies, Modern Greek Studies, Finno-Ugric Studies and Romanian. In Regensburg, the courses on offer include Law, Slavonic Studies, History and Economics. It is also possible to study the German-Czech double degree MA programme in "East Central Europe: History, Politics and Culture", offered jointly by LMU Munich and Charles University in Prague. In this programme, the students spend the first year in Munich and the second in Prague. For more information, please see the course website.
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The programme can be studied in either Munich or Regensburg. In Munich, we offer courses in History, Slavonic Studies, Political Science, European Ethnology, Turkish/Ottoman Studies, Albanian Studies, Modern Greek Studies, Finno-Ugric Studies and Romanian. In Regensburg, the courses on offer include Law, Slavonic Studies, History and Economics. It is also possible to study the German-Czech double degree MA programme in "East Central Europe: History, Politics and Culture", offered jointly by LMU Munich and Charles University in Prague. In this programme, the students spend the first year in Munich and the second in Prague. For more information, please see the course website.
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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.
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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How do I apply to MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München?
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 MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
Is MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München taught in German or English? ▼
This Master 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 MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg) 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 MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg) at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München? ▼
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 MA East European Studies (Munich/Regensburg)? ▼
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 Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München — 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.