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Universität Duisburg-Essen
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

Modern East Asien StudiesModern East Asian Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

The BA program 'Modern East Asian Studies' (BA MOAS) combines a discipline (Political Science, Sociology or Economics) with the study of an East Asian language (Chinese, Japanese, Korean) and regional studies. Through this combination, the program differs significantly from philological or cultural studies programs such as Japanese Studies, Korean Studies, and Sinology, which typically do not provide similarly in-depth methodological and theoretical training. BA MOAS students spend their third year at a partner university in East Asia and participate in English-language courses of the Master's programs in their last two semesters. The goal over the four years of study is to provide professional qualification for East Asian experts in business, politics, and academia who can competently analyze phenomena of contemporary societies and economies in East Asia using disciplinary methods and approaches as well as original language materials.
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The BA program 'Modern East Asian Studies' (BA MOAS) combines a discipline (Political Science, Sociology or Economics) with the study of an East Asian language (Chinese, Japanese, Korean) and regional studies. Through this combination, the program differs significantly from philological or cultural studies programs such as Japanese Studies, Korean Studies, and Sinology, which typically do not provide similarly in-depth methodological and theoretical training. BA MOAS students spend their third year at a partner university in East Asia and participate in English-language courses of the Master's programs in their last two semesters. The goal over the four years of study is to provide professional qualification for East Asian experts in business, politics, and academia who can competently analyze phenomena of contemporary societies and economies in East Asia using disciplinary methods and approaches as well as original language materials.

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

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Modern East Asien Studies at Universität Duisburg-Essen

Is Modern East Asien Studies at Universität Duisburg-Essen taught in German or English?

This Bachelor 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 Modern East Asien Studies 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 Modern East Asien Studies at Universität Duisburg-Essen?

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 Modern East Asien Studies?

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 Universität Duisburg-Essen — 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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