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MA Geschichte (History) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Master for students who want to explore history beyond what merely happened and learn from it.

Faculty: Fachbereich 07 - Geschichts- und Kulturwissenschaften  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught)  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Three advanced modules on ancient, medieval and/or modern history and a longitudinal/international history component.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No admission restriction (no Numerus clausus). Bachelor's degree with at least 60 credit points in history or a comparable degree; curiosity about scientific treatment of history. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early April to 1 September.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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