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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Middle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics Combined BachelorMiddle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Analyse developments in the Middle East, combining the methods of political science, cultural studies and economics. In this minor subject, this interdisciplinary approach will give you a multi-perspective insight into Middle East research and is the perfect complement to a variety of major subjects. This minor subject is suitable for combining with an additional minor subject offered by the Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS), especially one of the regional languages, Arabic, Persian or Turkish, and can train you to become an expert in the interdisciplinary analysis of the Middle East.

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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Subjects / Topic Areas

Middle Eastern Studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Middle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is Middle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg 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 Middle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics Combined Bachelor 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 Middle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics Combined Bachelor at Philipps-Universität Marburg? ▼

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 Middle Eastern Politics, Cultures and Economics Combined Bachelor? ▼

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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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