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Germanistik (Hauptfach im Kombinationsbachelor) – German Studies (Germanistik) at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Combination-bachelor major on German language and literature from the Middle Ages to the present, in their historical and current forms, intercultural entanglements and social contexts.

Faculty: Fachbereich 09 German Studies and Art Studies  |  Duration: 6 or 8 semesters, depending on the combination of subjects  |  Study mode: full-time; major subject (Hauptfach) of the combination bachelor; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

German language and literature from the medieval period to the present.

Career pathways

Provides the prerequisites for consecutive linguistics or literature master programmes.

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Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent. One or two minor subjects must be chosen; cannot be combined with Language and Communication, German Medieval Studies or Modern German-Language Literature as minors. 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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