Bielefeld University campus

Arts & Humanities

BA Französisch (Kernfach) at Bielefeld University

Bielefeld University, Germany

Programme overview

Subject-based core subject giving broad grounding in French literary, cultural and media studies as well as linguistics and history.

Faculty: Faculty of Linguistics and Literary Studies  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; Kombi-Bachelor core subject (Kernfach)  |  Intake: winter semester and summer semester  |  Location: Bielefeld, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

A profile phase deepens two of these areas, alongside practical language exercises building thorough knowledge of French.

Career pathways

Graduates find work in language and cultural mediation, among other fields.

Official programme page

Application information

Entry requirements

A suitable higher education entrance qualification (e.g. Abitur); special rules apply for applicants with a foreign qualification and for vocationally qualified applicants. No NC (no admission restriction); applicants must still apply within the deadline and then enrol if entry requirements are met. Application deadline (winter semester 2026/27): 16 July to 15 November 2026; summer semester: 16 January to 15 May 2027 German-taught: applicants with a foreign qualification must prove German, for example TestDaF TDN 4 in all four sections, DSH-2/3 or telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule (at least "befriedigend").

Intake: winter semester and summer semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

Explore more study programmes

View all study programmes →

Ready to start your study abroad journey?

Book a free consultation with our expert counsellors and take the first step towards your dream university.

Book a Consultation

Explore

Help & Support

Get In Touch

Email: [email protected]

Newsletter

Get the latest courses, scholarships and events in your inbox.

Copyrights © 2026 StudyMapped. All rights reserved.

Terms of Service · Privacy Policy · Refund Policy