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Universität Rostock
Bachelor German Social Sciences

Gräzistik

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Universität Rostock Rostock · Mecklenburg-Vorpommern

About the Program

Gräzistik (Greek Studies) focuses on Greek literature, rhetoric, philosophy, and natural science from Homer to late antiquity. A special emphasis is placed on the reception history of Greek intellectual and scientific concepts from the Middle Ages to the present day. The study aims to understand texts from ancient Greece in the context of ancient culture and society, and to relate them to European literary, cultural, and scientific history. The scientific approach to Greek texts based on a solid knowledge of the Greek language is at the center of the studies. Interdisciplinary work in the context of classical studies and beyond contributes to securing and rounding off the results. Beyond the specialized training in the narrower sense, key qualifications for various non-academic activities are imparted.
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Gräzistik (Greek Studies) focuses on Greek literature, rhetoric, philosophy, and natural science from Homer to late antiquity. A special emphasis is placed on the reception history of Greek intellectual and scientific concepts from the Middle Ages to the present day. The study aims to understand texts from ancient Greece in the context of ancient culture and society, and to relate them to European literary, cultural, and scientific history. The scientific approach to Greek texts based on a solid knowledge of the Greek language is at the center of the studies. Interdisciplinary work in the context of classical studies and beyond contributes to securing and rounding off the results. Beyond the specialized training in the narrower sense, key qualifications for various non-academic activities are imparted.

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How do I apply to Gräzistik at Universität Rostock?

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.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Gräzistik at Universität Rostock

Is Gräzistik at Universität Rostock 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 Gräzistik 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 Gräzistik at Universität Rostock? ▼

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 Gräzistik? ▼

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 Universität Rostock — 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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