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MA Sign Languages (Gebärdensprachen) at Universität Hamburg

Universität Hamburg, Germany

Programme overview

Master's providing detailed linguistic knowledge of the sign language of Deaf people (especially German Sign Language) and cultural-studies questions, unique in German higher education. Admission is not restricted. Taught in German and English.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: German- and English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester  |  Location: Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

What you will study

Compulsory area (modules such as Sign Language Structure and Evolution of Communication and Origin of Language), a profile area and an elective area.

Career pathways

Access to professions in science, education, politics and administration.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission is not restricted; programme-specific requirements are in the application information. Application period: 01.05. to 15.06. und 01.12. to 15.01..

Intake: Winter semester and Summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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