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Nah- und Mitteloststudien (international) (B.A.) – Near and Middle Eastern Studies (international) at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Four-year bachelor giving broad foundational knowledge of the countries of the Near and Middle East and competence in one or more central languages of the region, with a one-year stay in the region.

Faculty: Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS)  |  Department: Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS)  |  Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Countries and cultures of the Near and Middle East, regional languages and a year abroad in the region.

Career pathways

Career opportunities in areas connected to the region.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent; English at CEFR level B2. International applicants must prove German proficiency at DSH-2 level (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang). English proficiency at CEFR level B2 required. Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 18.09.2026.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 8 semesters (4 years)

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