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Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Dual-Subject SCANDINAVIAN STUDIES

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

Scandinavian Studies are concerned with the literatures, cultures, and the history of the Scandinavian countries. In Bonn the teaching and research focus of Scandinavian studies is on the culture and religion of the Viking era, the Scandinavian Middle Ages, the modern literary era, and the interrelationship between literature and other media. Another point of focus is teaching the languages of these countries. Bonn offers courses in Danish, Norwegian and Swedish. Scandinavian Studies takes a comparative literature perspective of the entire Scandinavian area. The goal is to understand the (socio-)cultural developments and processes in the Scandinavian countries and especially to trace the German-Scandinavian transfer of culture both historically and from a current perspective. The point here is intercultural competence, which includes not only knowledge of literary and cultural history and methodological and subject-specific competence, but also active language proficiency. This subject must be combined with a second subject.
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Scandinavian Studies are concerned with the literatures, cultures, and the history of the Scandinavian countries. In Bonn the teaching and research focus of Scandinavian studies is on the culture and religion of the Viking era, the Scandinavian Middle Ages, the modern literary era, and the interrelationship between literature and other media. Another point of focus is teaching the languages of these countries. Bonn offers courses in Danish, Norwegian and Swedish. Scandinavian Studies takes a comparative literature perspective of the entire Scandinavian area. The goal is to understand the (socio-)cultural developments and processes in the Scandinavian countries and especially to trace the German-Scandinavian transfer of culture both historically and from a current perspective. The point here is intercultural competence, which includes not only knowledge of literary and cultural history and methodological and subject-specific competence, but also active language proficiency. This subject must be combined with a second subject.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Dual-Subject SCANDINAVIAN STUDIES at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

Is Dual-Subject SCANDINAVIAN STUDIES at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn taught in German or English?

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Dual-Subject SCANDINAVIAN STUDIES programme cost?

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Dual-Subject SCANDINAVIAN STUDIES at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline?

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Dual-Subject SCANDINAVIAN STUDIES?

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn — directly or via uni-assist?

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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