MA Arabistik/Islamwissenschaft at University of Göttingen

Programme overview

You can choose wether you study Arabic-Islamic Studies (M.A.) in german language or in an english language option Arabic-Islamic Studies (M.A.) without german language proof. Students gain in-depth insights into the Arab-Islamic world: subject areas such as the history and culture of Islam, Arabic literature, as well as the religion of Islam are the focus of the programme. Students learn the Arabic language at an advanced level.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years) | Study mode: full-time; German-taught | Intake: Only winter semester | Location: Göttingen, Niedersachsen, Germany

What you will study

In the Monomaster you have the study focus "Islamic Law". You will take modules to deepen your knowledge of the Arabic language, the religion of Islam, Islamic law, learn the basics of pre-modern and modern Arabic technical and legal language and take part in the master's colloquium.

Career pathways

The M.A. degree is a prerequisite for further qualification in the academic field and related activities in research and teaching. It qualifies for country-specific activities in the diplomatic service, in national and international organisations, in companies as well as for activities in cultural mediation areas, such as museums, libraries and publishing houses.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: open. Study Profiles Joint Honours MA Module package. Joint Honours MA Arabic-Islamic Studies can be studied as a Joint Honours MA totalling 42 credits in combination with one or two external module packages (36/18 credits). Previous studies: B.A.-degree or equivalent degree At least 150 ECTS at the time of application. Eligibility: Achievements in at least one of the following disciplines: Arabic Studies, Islamic Studies, Iranian Studies, Turkish Studies and/or Central Asian Studies as well as the history, culture and politics of the Middle East, totalling at least 50 credits. including achievements in the area of the Arabic language amounting to at least 30 credits. as well as in the area of Islamic history, culture, religion and law amounting to at least 15 credits. Language requirements: If your native language is not. German , you must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the German language at. knowledge of Arabic: achievements amounting to at least 30 credits.

Intake: Only winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/46792.html

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