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BA Medieval Latin and Neo-Latin at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany

Programme overview

The Medieval Latin and Neo-Latin degree program imparts fundamental knowledge of the Latin language, literature and script of the Middle Ages and the early modern period. Philological and historical skills are also trained in the critical handling of original texts and text carriers. In a practice-oriented and interdisciplinary environment, our students also acquire the ability to work independently as scholars.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Theology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught; part-time option  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Erlangen, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

Basic Module 1: Introduction to the Language and Literature of Latin Europe.

Career pathways

Because the small size of the department means that there are few graduates compared to other programs, a degree in Medieval Latin and Neo-Latin puts you in a very good position. Although our subject is primarily a scientific discipline, it also imparts targeted career-oriented knowledge that qualifies students for a wide range of activities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: 1st semester: No Admissions Restrictions. Application deadline: Winter semester: 30.09.; Summer semester: not possible. Language: Knowledge of Latin is recommended (school Latin), but not required. Missing knowledge of Latin can be acquired via the Latin language courses we organize in a scheduled 2 semesters. The application deadline for the winter semester for international applicants is July 15th. For questions concerning the study of Medieval Latin and Modern Latin, please contact Akad. Dir. Dr. Stefan Weber. In addition to the general qualification for university entrance (Abitur), there are other access options for studying at FAU.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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