Master
English
Social Sciences
European History
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The Joint MA European History (JMEH) is a two-year full-time master's programme founded in 2012 by the UNICA Initiative. It offers students the unique opportunity to study European History in different European capitals, allowing them to conduct studies in up to three partner universities. The programme has an interdisciplinary and comparative approach, building on the expertise of historians from twelve universities in eleven European capitals, with Humboldt University Berlin as the coordinating hub. The JMEH is designed for students interested in pursuing an international career, offering comparative analysis of European history while strengthening students' mobility, deepening their knowledge of foreign languages, and providing intercultural experiences.
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The Joint MA European History (JMEH) is a two-year full-time master's programme founded in 2012 by the UNICA Initiative. It offers students the unique opportunity to study European History in different European capitals, allowing them to conduct studies in up to three partner universities. The programme has an interdisciplinary and comparative approach, building on the expertise of historians from twelve universities in eleven European capitals, with Humboldt University Berlin as the coordinating hub. The JMEH is designed for students interested in pursuing an international career, offering comparative analysis of European history while strengthening students' mobility, deepening their knowledge of foreign languages, and providing intercultural experiences.
Application Requirements
* Derece şartı: Beşeri bilimler alanında en az 60 AKTS kredisine sahip bir Bachelor derecesi
Language Requirements
* İngilizce: C1 seviyesi
* Almanca: B2 seviyesi
* Üçüncü Avrupa dili: A2 seviyesi (örn. Fransızca, İtalyanca, İspanyolca, Portekizce, Rusça, Lehçe vb.)
* Almanca: B2 seviyesi
* Üçüncü Avrupa dili: A2 seviyesi (örn. Fransızca, İtalyanca, İspanyolca, Portekizce, Rusça, Lehçe vb.)
Required Documents
* Gerekli belgeler: İlgili alanda (Tarih, uluslararası ilişkiler, siyaset, Avrupa çalışmaları, ekonomi ve sosyoloji veya modern diller) lisans derecesi sertifikası
* Dil sertifikaları: İngilizce yeterliliği (C1 seviyesi), Almanca dili (B2 seviyesi) ve ikinci bir modern dil bilgisi kanıtı
* Çeviri gerekli: evet
* Çeviri dili: Almanca veya İngilizce
* Dil sertifikaları: İngilizce yeterliliği (C1 seviyesi), Almanca dili (B2 seviyesi) ve ikinci bir modern dil bilgisi kanıtı
* Çeviri gerekli: evet
* Çeviri dili: Almanca veya İngilizce
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How do I apply to European History at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin?
Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.
- Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
- Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
- Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
- Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
- Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about European History at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin
Is European History at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin taught in German or English? ▼
This Master programme is taught in English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.
How much does the European History 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 European History at Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin? ▼
Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (English), 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 European History? ▼
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 Institut für Kunst- und Bildgeschichte (IKB) der Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — 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.