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Politik des Nahen und Mittleren Ostens (Hauptfach im Kombinationsbachelor) – Politics of the Near and Middle East at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

Combination-bachelor major offering a combination of language, regional and methods knowledge that is unique in Germany, joining political-science foundations with a regional focus on the Near and Middle East and North Africa.

Faculty: Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS)  |  Department: Centre for Near and Middle Eastern Studies (CNMS)  |  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 semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

Political science with regional focus and sound training in a regional language (Arabic, Persian or Turkish).

Career pathways

A varied field in science (universities, research institutions) and international organisations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or equivalent. One or two minor subjects must be chosen; cannot be combined with Politics, Culture and Economics of the Near and Middle East (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.

Intake: Winter semester

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

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