Bachelor
English
Social Sciences
Heritage Studies
Bachelor
About the Program
The "Heritage Studies" doctoral study programme aims to promote qualitative and quantitative research on the protection and use of the heritage of mankind in an international and interdisciplinary context. The focus is on theoretical and practice-oriented research activities that relate to all forms of cultural heritage and thus strengthen the research profile of the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg in the field of Global Change and Transformation Processes. The programme is affiliated to the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Urban Planning. Doctoral students conduct individual research in the fields of heritage conservation and management, architectural history, urban and regional planning or civil engineering, while being integrated into an international and interdisciplinary group of doctoral students and researchers. The doctoral research topic, which is assigned to one of the research areas offered, also allows doctoral students to contribute their own institutional experience. A structured and international learning environment is provided to prepare students for the doctoral process and post-doctoral professional development through a compulsory curriculum of 30 ECTS. Doctoral students receive high quality supervision that enables them to work on innovative research topics and to develop and apply the scientific methods appropriate to their research topics.
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The "Heritage Studies" doctoral study programme aims to promote qualitative and quantitative research on the protection and use of the heritage of mankind in an international and interdisciplinary context. The focus is on theoretical and practice-oriented research activities that relate to all forms of cultural heritage and thus strengthen the research profile of the BTU Cottbus-Senftenberg in the field of Global Change and Transformation Processes. The programme is affiliated to the Faculty of Architecture, Civil Engineering and Urban Planning. Doctoral students conduct individual research in the fields of heritage conservation and management, architectural history, urban and regional planning or civil engineering, while being integrated into an international and interdisciplinary group of doctoral students and researchers. The doctoral research topic, which is assigned to one of the research areas offered, also allows doctoral students to contribute their own institutional experience. A structured and international learning environment is provided to prepare students for the doctoral process and post-doctoral professional development through a compulsory curriculum of 30 ECTS. Doctoral students receive high quality supervision that enables them to work on innovative research topics and to develop and apply the scientific methods appropriate to their research topics.
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How do I apply to Heritage Studies at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg?
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 Heritage Studies at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg
Is Heritage Studies at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg taught in German or English? ▼
This Bachelor 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 Heritage 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 Heritage Studies at Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg? ▼
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 Heritage 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 Brandenburg University of Technology Cottbus-Senftenberg — 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.