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BA Geschichte at University of Rostock

University of Rostock, Germany

Programme overview

Bachelor in History (Geschichte), studied as first or second subject, offering a chronological, thematic and systematic approach to history.

Faculty: Philosophische Fakultät  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester (October)  |  Location: Rostock, Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, Germany

What you will study

The first two years teach basic qualifications: an introductory module on scientific foundations and three introductory modules giving historical knowledge in chronological sequence, including ancient history and medieval history.

Career pathways

Historians work as archivists and librarians and in museums and documentation centres; the degree opens a broad range of occupations.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Abitur or an equivalent higher-education entrance qualification. No numerus clausus (admission free of restriction). No subject-specific requirements. International applicants: German C1 (CEFR).

Intake: Winter semester (October)

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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