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Universität Bremen
Bachelor German Social Sciences

NiederlandistikDutch Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Dutch Studies is offered in co-operation with the University of Oldenburg. The subject can be studied in the two-subject Bachelor's programme as a complementary subject or as a second Bachelor's subject with the option of teaching at grammar school level. The other subject is studied at the University of Bremen. Students are enrolled at both universities, but their data is only managed by the University of Bremen. Co-operative students are exempt from paying the tuition and administrative fees of the co-operating university. With 23 million speakers in the Netherlands and Flanders, Dutch is one of Europe's mid-sized languages. Oldenburg is the only university in Lower Saxony to offer a Bachelor's degree programme in Dutch Studies, which includes practical language teaching as well as linguistics and literature.
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Dutch Studies is offered in co-operation with the University of Oldenburg. The subject can be studied in the two-subject Bachelor's programme as a complementary subject or as a second Bachelor's subject with the option of teaching at grammar school level. The other subject is studied at the University of Bremen. Students are enrolled at both universities, but their data is only managed by the University of Bremen. Co-operative students are exempt from paying the tuition and administrative fees of the co-operating university. With 23 million speakers in the Netherlands and Flanders, Dutch is one of Europe's mid-sized languages. Oldenburg is the only university in Lower Saxony to offer a Bachelor's degree programme in Dutch Studies, which includes practical language teaching as well as linguistics and literature.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Niederlandistik at Universität Bremen

Is Niederlandistik at Universität Bremen 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 Niederlandistik 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 Niederlandistik at Universität Bremen?

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 Niederlandistik?

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 Bremen — 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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