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Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

History and Culture

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

This is a degree programme in which students can combine subjects from the humanities, social sciences and law. The programme is made up of a combination of various subjects. Students can choose between 12 major subjects and a variety of minor subjects, creating diverse subject combinations and individual course profiles. The course content is determined by the chosen subjects. Students should be interested in linguistic and cultural topics, arts and humanities, including questions concerning community life, construction and description of cultural spaces, practice of arts in different cultures, and historical development and meaning.
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This is a degree programme in which students can combine subjects from the humanities, social sciences and law. The programme is made up of a combination of various subjects. Students can choose between 12 major subjects and a variety of minor subjects, creating diverse subject combinations and individual course profiles. The course content is determined by the chosen subjects. Students should be interested in linguistic and cultural topics, arts and humanities, including questions concerning community life, construction and description of cultural spaces, practice of arts in different cultures, and historical development and meaning.

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Subjects / Topic Areas

Art Education Art History Philosophy History Music Catholic Theology Protestant Theology Classical Archaeology Music Education Eastern European History Classical Philology Turkic Languages and Literatures Contextual Islamic Studies Journalism and Public History

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about History and Culture at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen

Is History and Culture at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen taught in German or English?

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

How much does the History and Culture 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 History and Culture at Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + 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 History and Culture?

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 Justus-Liebig-Universität Gießen — 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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