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MA Geschichte transkulturell (Transcultural History) at University of Erfurt

University of Erfurt, Germany

Programme overview

Master of Arts for in-depth transcultural, trans-epochal and transregional study of the world regions represented at Erfurt, opening world-historical perspectives alongside national and regional developments, with history theories and concepts and the role of history in society.

Faculty: Philosophische Fakultät  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Erfurt, Thüringen, Germany

What you will study

The Erfurt concept of a history of world regions; the profile can be oriented towards collection studies (Sammlungsstudien).

Career pathways

International cultural, political and scientific institutions (such as UNESCO and diplomatic services), research, archives, libraries and museums, and communication of historical knowledge.

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Entry requirements

A degree in history or a related history-oriented cultural or social science programme of at least six semesters with final grade 2.3 or better. Specific language skills may be required depending on the regional or topical focus of the Master thesis. International applicants whose first language is not German show German at B1 on application and the DSH (Deutsche Sprachprüfung für den Hochschulzugang) before starting.

Intake: Winter and summer semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years), 120 ECTS

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