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Universität Hamburg
Master German Social Sciences

Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung MOTION Multilingual Educational LinguisticsMultilingual Educational Linguistics

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

In the age of globalization, cultural and linguistic diversity is an integral part of everyday life in metropolitan areas. Concepts for dealing with the linguistic complexity of these metropolises are among the greatest challenges of the 21st century - which the master's program "Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung - MOTION: Multilingual Educational Linguistics" intensively addresses scientifically. The long tradition of multilingualism research at the University of Hamburg enables studies at the pulse of current research. It is a joint degree program of the Faculty of Education (EW) and the Departments of Language, Literature and Media (SLM) of the Faculty of Humanities. The program conveys the current state of knowledge of an interdisciplinary approach to the phenomenon of multilingualism in urban spaces. Students acquire the ability to work independently with scientific methods and findings and to apply their knowledge and problem-solving skills in new and unfamiliar interdisciplinary contexts of linguistic and educational issues related to multilingualism. At the same time, students gain direct insights into multilingual situations and problem areas in educational institutions and public life facilities through practice-oriented modules.

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

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung MOTION Multilingual Educational Linguistics at Universität Hamburg

Is Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung MOTION Multilingual Educational Linguistics at Universität Hamburg 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 Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung MOTION Multilingual Educational 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 Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung MOTION Multilingual Educational Linguistics at Universität Hamburg? ▼

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 Mehrsprachigkeit und Bildung MOTION Multilingual Educational Linguistics? ▼

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 Universität Hamburg — 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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