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BA Scandinavian Studies (2-field, Minor Field) at University of Freiburg

University of Freiburg, Germany

Programme overview

Scandinavia is everywhere around us in Germany and Europe, and the history of northern Europe is closely intertwined with our own. By taking Scandinavian Studies at the University of Freiburg you can gain a wide-ranging insight into the language, culture and literature of the Nordic countries at one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Germany. In Freiburg you will benefit from a living institution with a rich tradition, an active student council, exciting excursions and varied student activities.

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

What you will study

Students of Scandinavian studies investigate the diverse cultures of the north from the early Middle Ages to the present. The main emphasis of the course of study is on the Scandinavian languages and literatures.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission (first semester): Without special prerequisites for admission (free admission). Language requirements: German C1. Application period: Winter Semester: 1 June – 8 October Summer Semester: 1 December – 9 April.

Intake: Winter and Summer Semester

Duration: 6 semesters

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