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MA Sorabistik (Sorbian Studies) at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

More research-oriented master's programme building excellent language and meta-language competence, deepening knowledge of Sorbian literature and culture and of other minorities and cultures in a united Europe. Taught in German with some other languages and English.

Faculty: Philologische Fakultät  |  Department: Institut für Sorabistik  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in German, partly other foreign languages, partly English  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Independent work on sub-fields and in-depth skills in linguistics, literary studies and related areas.

Career pathways

Work in scientific, cultural or socio-political institutions and in agencies and organisations dealing with Sorbian language, literature and culture.

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Application information

Entry requirements

First professional degree or Berufsakademie degree; Upper or Lower Sorbian at CEFR B2; English at CEFR B1. The faculty checks the requirements and issues a decision. Open admission (no numerus clausus). Application period: 02.05. – 15.09.; portal: AlmaWeb.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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