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Christliche Archäologie und Byzantinische Kunstgeschichte – Christian Archaeology and Byzantine Art History - minor subject at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Minor subject in the combination bachelor that gives broad foundations in the archaeological evidence of early Christianity up to the material remains of the Byzantine Empire in the Mediterranean (c. 4th to 15th century).

Faculty: Fachbereich 06 History and Cultural Studies  |  Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects  |  Study mode: full-time; minor subject (Nebenfach), only in combination with a major; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Archaeological evidence from early Christianity to Byzantium, with training in analysing finds and features by comparative viewing; MarSkills are included.

Career pathways

Internships build qualifications for archaeological careers; the methods training also opens further fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent. A major subject must be chosen in the application; cannot be combined with Archaeological Sciences (major), Classical Archaeology (minor) or Prehistoric and Early Historical Archaeology (minor). International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 18.09.2026; summer semester 2027: not yet announced.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects

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