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Bachelor German Social Sciences

Vorderasiatische AltertumskundeAncient Near Eastern Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Ancient Near Eastern Studies at the University of Freiburg focuses on the history and cultures of the Ancient Orient. The program combines Near Eastern archaeology and ancient oriental philology, allowing students to study both material remains and cuneiform script sources. Research areas include the history of past societies, cultural development, and the emergence of script and languages in the Ancient Orient. Geographically, it covers regions from Turkey in the north to Yemen in the south, and from Lebanon in the west to Pakistan in the east. The timeline spans from the Stone Age (14,000+ years ago) through the first urban settlements (4th millennium BC), the rise and fall of great empires (Akkads, Assyrians, Babylonians, Hittites, Persians), up to Greek and Roman domination. The program is offered as a minor field in a 2-field degree program and emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, combining archaeological material and textual cultures with social science principles.

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Vorderasiatische Altertumskunde at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau

Is Vorderasiatische Altertumskunde at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Vorderasiatische Altertumskunde 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 Vorderasiatische Altertumskunde at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau? ▼

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 Vorderasiatische Altertumskunde? ▼

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 Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau — 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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