MA Finno-Ugrian Studies at University of Göttingen

Programme overview

You have a Bachelor degree in Finno-Ugrian Philology and are looking for an opportunity to expand your competences in this subject? Within the framework of the M.A. programme Finno-Ugrian Studies you can expand and deepen your previous knowledge in the field of Finno-Ugric languages and cultures.

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

What you will study

Joint Honours MA totalling 42 credits in combination with two module packages (minors) totalling 18 credits each Five modules totalling 36 credits are to be completed. They provide in-depth knowledge in Finno-Ugrian linguistics and cultural studies.

Career pathways

The professions suitable for M.A. graduates mainly belong to the practical intercultural field (e.g. translator, creative artist with a special focal theme). Depending on the specific objective, additional training in the areas of translating, history and political sciences, intercultural communication, literature, or comparative studies may be necessary.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: open. Previous studies: B.A. degree or comparable degree Subject relevance: academic achievement in Finno-Ugrian Studies or Uralic Studies comprising at least 60 credits, including at least 8 credits in the form of basic active knowledge in a second Finno-Ugrian language, or. academic achievement in Estonian, Finnish or Hungarian Studies comprising at least 60 credits, including at least 24 credits in Finno-Ugrian Studies or Uralic Studies as well at least 8 credits in the form of basic active knowledge of a second Finno-Ugrian language. Language requirements: Applicants must possess knowledge of the Estonian, Finnish or Hungarian language including comprehensive knowledge of the grammatical structure of the respective language, as well as comprehension of texts of medium difficulty, and be able to communicate in complex discussions, and on topics from selected areas of regional and cultural studies.

Intake: Winter semester only

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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

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