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Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau

About the Program

Liberal Arts and Sciences is a specific approach to Bachelor level education and an alternative to disciplinary study. Combining academic breadth and depth with student choice, LAS encourages intellectual discovery and personal development in an international learning community. LAS offers interdisciplinary training that allows for individual emphases: The Core (56 ECTS) encompasses basic and advanced academic skills, reflections on knowledge and science, and a curriculum on Responsibility and Leadership. In the Electives (64 ECTS), students can choose from a variety of options and courses as well as undertake study projects of their own. The Major (102 ECTS + 16 ECTS Multidisciplinarity) constitutes the students' training in a specific academic field. LAS offers four Majors: (1) Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, (2) Life Sciences, (3) Governance, (4) Culture and History.
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Liberal Arts and Sciences is a specific approach to Bachelor level education and an alternative to disciplinary study. Combining academic breadth and depth with student choice, LAS encourages intellectual discovery and personal development in an international learning community. LAS offers interdisciplinary training that allows for individual emphases: The Core (56 ECTS) encompasses basic and advanced academic skills, reflections on knowledge and science, and a curriculum on Responsibility and Leadership. In the Electives (64 ECTS), students can choose from a variety of options and courses as well as undertake study projects of their own. The Major (102 ECTS + 16 ECTS Multidisciplinarity) constitutes the students' training in a specific academic field. LAS offers four Majors: (1) Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, (2) Life Sciences, (3) Governance, (4) Culture and History.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Liberal Arts and Sciences at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau

Is Liberal Arts and Sciences at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau 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 Liberal Arts and Sciences programme cost?

1.500 EUR / semester. International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Liberal Arts and Sciences at Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau?

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 Liberal Arts and Sciences?

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 Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg im Breisgau — 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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