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Philipps-Universität Marburg
Master German Social Sciences

German as a Foreign Language (MA)

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The primarily application-oriented Deutsch als Fremdsprache / German as a foreign language master's program prepares students for the profession of "German as a foreign language" instructor for adults in Germany and abroad. It is directed to students pursing this chosen profession and has the additional goal of educating and supporting new scientific talent in the fields of foreign language didactics and language instruction research. The program covers comprehensive skills in the German language, knowledge of linguistic, literary and regional studies didactics, comprehensive knowledge of teaching and learning principles for learning languages, and reflected practice of language instruction acquired in supervised internships. Major topics include linguistic studies, regional studies and mediation of literature, and studies in language instruction research, psycholinguistics and didactics. Career opportunities include working for various educational institutions in Germany (adult education centers, private language schools, language centers) or teaching abroad (Goethe Institutes, as a language assistant at schools, as an instructor at German schools abroad, or as a lecturer at universities).
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The primarily application-oriented Deutsch als Fremdsprache / German as a foreign language master's program prepares students for the profession of "German as a foreign language" instructor for adults in Germany and abroad. It is directed to students pursing this chosen profession and has the additional goal of educating and supporting new scientific talent in the fields of foreign language didactics and language instruction research. The program covers comprehensive skills in the German language, knowledge of linguistic, literary and regional studies didactics, comprehensive knowledge of teaching and learning principles for learning languages, and reflected practice of language instruction acquired in supervised internships. Major topics include linguistic studies, regional studies and mediation of literature, and studies in language instruction research, psycholinguistics and didactics. Career opportunities include working for various educational institutions in Germany (adult education centers, private language schools, language centers) or teaching abroad (Goethe Institutes, as a language assistant at schools, as an instructor at German schools abroad, or as a lecturer at universities).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about German as a Foreign Language (MA) at Philipps-Universität Marburg

Is German as a Foreign Language Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg taught in German or English?

This Master 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 German as a Foreign Language Master 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 German as a Foreign Language Master at Philipps-Universität Marburg?

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 German as a Foreign Language Master?

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 Philipps-Universität Marburg — 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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