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BA German Studies: German Literature (2-field, Minor Field) at University of Freiburg

University of Freiburg, Germany

Programme overview

The German Studies minor in German Literature explores key periods, genres, and theoretical approaches in German literature. The programme teaches students to systematically analyse and critically interpret texts from the medieval narrative tradition to contemporary literature. Students acquire a solid grounding in literary history, text analysis, and interpretation, applying theory to understand texts across different eras.

Faculty: Faculty of Philology  |  Duration: 6 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter Semester  |  Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

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Entry requirements

Admission (first semester): Without special prerequisites for admission (free admission). Language requirements: German C1. Application period: 1 June – 8 October.

Intake: Winter Semester

Duration: 6 semesters

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