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

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Research-oriented one-year master building on the four-year bachelor of the same name, deepening subject, language and intercultural competences and preparing for independent scientific work (doctorate).

Faculty: Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS)  |  Department: Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS)  |  Duration: 2 semesters (1 year)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Deepening of subject knowledge, language practice and intercultural competence on the Near and Middle East.

Career pathways

The growing importance of countries of the Islamic cultural area opens many career fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Relevant bachelor degree with at least 240 credits (8 semesters / 4 years) in Near and Middle Eastern studies (or comparable); a minor-subject programme of at least 48 credits can also qualify. 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 21.08.2026 (German degree); 01.05.2026 to 21.08.2026 (international degree).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 2 semesters (1 year)

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