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Geschichte (Hauptfach im Kombinationsbachelor) – History at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Combination-bachelor major examining human reality in terms of change over time and building skills in recording, analysing and evaluating historical change.

Faculty: Fachbereich 06 History and Cultural 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

Developments of the past and the critical tools to analyse them.

Career pathways

Historical expertise opens careers in areas such as science, culture and media.

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Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent; English at CEFR level B1; some modules need functional Latin. One or two minor subjects must be chosen; cannot be combined with History of the Modern Period or History of the Pre-Modern Period as minors. International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). English proficiency at CEFR level B1 required. 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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