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About the Program
A 5-year joint BA-Master's Degree Program offered by Bard College Berlin and Hertie School. Students receive a BA in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Bard College Berlin and Bard College Annandale, and a Master's from the Hertie School in either International Affairs or Public Policy. The program is best suited for students pursuing concentrations in Politics, Economics, or Ethics and Politics. Students complete most of their fourth year at the Hertie School, with those courses recognized as Bard College Berlin BA requirements. The BA thesis is submitted by the end of January of the fourth year.
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A 5-year joint BA-Master's Degree Program offered by Bard College Berlin and Hertie School. Students receive a BA in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Bard College Berlin and Bard College Annandale, and a Master's from the Hertie School in either International Affairs or Public Policy. The program is best suited for students pursuing concentrations in Politics, Economics, or Ethics and Politics. Students complete most of their fourth year at the Hertie School, with those courses recognized as Bard College Berlin BA requirements. The BA thesis is submitted by the end of January of the fourth year.
Application Requirements
* İngilizce yeterliliği: C1 seviyesinde İngilizce yeterliliği (TOEFL skoru 95, IELTS skoru 7.0, Cambridge CAE (A-C) veya CPE (A-C), Duolingo skoru 130)
* Akademik gereksinimler: Liberal eğitime gerçek bağlılık, akademik başarı vaadi
* Kişisel nitelikler: Yüksek motivasyon, tarih, edebiyat, ekonomi, felsefe ve görsel sanatlarla ilgili temalara katılmaya hazır olma
* Diğer: Güçlü ders dışı ilgi alanları
* Akademik gereksinimler: Liberal eğitime gerçek bağlılık, akademik başarı vaadi
* Kişisel nitelikler: Yüksek motivasyon, tarih, edebiyat, ekonomi, felsefe ve görsel sanatlarla ilgili temalara katılmaya hazır olma
* Diğer: Güçlü ders dışı ilgi alanları
Language Requirements
* TOEFL (iBT): 95
* IELTS Academic: 7.0
* Cambridge: CAE (A-C), CPE (A-C)
* TOEFL Essentials: 10
* Duolingo English Test: 130
* Standart dışı gereksinimler: Avrupa Ortak Dil Referans Çerçevesi'ne göre C1 seviyesi İngilizce yeterliliği
* Muafiyet: Anadili İngilizce olanlar veya İngilizce'nin ana öğretim dili olduğu bir kurumda kayıtlı olanlar veya en az bir yıl lise derslerini tam İngilizce eğitimle tamamlamış olan öğrenciler
* IELTS Academic: 7.0
* Cambridge: CAE (A-C), CPE (A-C)
* TOEFL Essentials: 10
* Duolingo English Test: 130
* Standart dışı gereksinimler: Avrupa Ortak Dil Referans Çerçevesi'ne göre C1 seviyesi İngilizce yeterliliği
* Muafiyet: Anadili İngilizce olanlar veya İngilizce'nin ana öğretim dili olduğu bir kurumda kayıtlı olanlar veya en az bir yıl lise derslerini tam İngilizce eğitimle tamamlamış olan öğrenciler
Required Documents
* Gerekli belgeler: çevrimiçi başvuru formu, motivasyon mektubu (250-500 kelime), resmi transkriptler (lise ve üniversite, eğer varsa), iki akademik referans mektubu, notlu yazılı örnek, İngilizce yeterlilik kanıtı (anadili İngilizce olmayanlar için), destekleyici belgelerle birlikte finansal durum formu (vergi beyannameleri)
* Çeviri gerekli: evet
* Çeviri dili: İngilizce, Almanca
* Diğer detaylar: tüm başvuru materyalleri İngilizce veya Almanca olmalı veya onaylı İngilizce çevirileriyle birlikte sunulmalıdır
* Çeviri gerekli: evet
* Çeviri dili: İngilizce, Almanca
* Diğer detaylar: tüm başvuru materyalleri İngilizce veya Almanca olmalı veya onaylı İngilizce çevirileriyle birlikte sunulmalıdır
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How do I apply to Joint BA-Master's Degree Program at Bard College 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 Joint BA-Master's Degree Program at Bard College Berlin
Is Joint BA-Master's Degree Program at Bard College Berlin taught in German or English? ▼
This Other 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 Joint BA-Master's Degree Program programme cost? ▼
18.188 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.
What are the admission requirements for Joint BA-Master's Degree Program at Bard College 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 Joint BA-Master's Degree Program? ▼
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 Bard College 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.