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BA History at University of Mannheim

University of Mannheim, Germany

Programme overview

Students pursuing a bachelor’s degree in History learn about cultural systems and historical developments in society. In Mannheim, the program focuses on cultures and societies in Europe and America but also on economic, legal, and social history. In addition, you will gain an overview of all historical periods from antiquity to the present day. However, the focus is on modern history.

Faculty: School of Humanities  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years); at least 180 (core subject approximately 150, combination major approximately 30) ECTS credits  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught and German-taught  |  Intake: Fall semester (September)  |  Location: Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In this program, you can choose a humanities or social sciences subject, such as German Studies, Philosophy, Political Science, or Curating and Presenting History (a subject designed specifically for this program), as your minor. This enables you to gain interdisciplinary insights (depending on your minor) and enhance your individual professional profile.

Career pathways

In the bachelor's program in History, you will acquire not only subject-specific expertise but also general key competences such as research and presentation skills, analytical skills, complex thinking, and critical reflection.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No numerus clausus. German proficiency at C1 level is required unless the applicant holds a German university entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). The bachelor’s program in History is currently selective. The following selection criteria are taken into account: grade average achieved in your university entrance qualification the grades achieved in a subject relating to Social Science relevant practical work experience or extracurricular activities Application period: Selective programs: from 1 June until 15 July Non-selective programs: from 1 June until 31 August

Intake: Fall semester (September)

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years); at least 180 (core subject approximately 150, combination major approximately

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