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BA Korean Studies (2-subject) at Ruhr University Bochum

Ruhr University Bochum, Germany

Programme overview

Korean Studies at Ruhr University Bochum is a two-subject Bachelor (combined with a second subject) programme of 6 semesters (3 years), taught in German. What sets it apart: as one of the leading Korean Studies faculties in Europe, it covers a broad range of subjects and provides comprehensive language training (Modern Korean, Middle Korean, traditional written Chinese). In addition, it is possible to combine this RUB subject with the B.A. "Musikwissenschaft" at the Folkwang University of Arts in Essen across locations.

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: History; Literary and Intellectual History; Religious Studies; Philosophy; Cultural Science; Translation.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work in cultural institutions (e.g. museums and libraries); in adult education; in the civil service and in international organisations; in Korea-oriented enterprises and in corporate consultancy; in the media (press trade, entertainment, publishing companies).

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Application information

Entry requirements

No numerus clausus (admission-free). Language of instruction: German.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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