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Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

Linguistics

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf Düsseldorf · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

Linguistics at HHU is a skill-oriented, research-oriented, and multilingual program. The program examines the diversity of human languages (between six and eight thousand), their sound systems, word structures, and sentence structures. Students learn how languages differ from each other, what they have in common, how we learn languages, and why we understand words and sentences we've never heard before. The program structure includes: 1) First year: introduction to sub-disciplines of linguistics and basics of academic writing. 2) Second year: development of specific methods and setting priorities in language and programming courses. 3) Third year: deepening theoretical approaches and content, with a specialization module and Bachelor's thesis. The program prepares students for careers in data science, language technologies, public relations, knowledge transfer, consulting, cultural mediation, language training, multilingual team management, and various areas of management.
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Linguistics at HHU is a skill-oriented, research-oriented, and multilingual program. The program examines the diversity of human languages (between six and eight thousand), their sound systems, word structures, and sentence structures. Students learn how languages differ from each other, what they have in common, how we learn languages, and why we understand words and sentences we've never heard before. The program structure includes: 1) First year: introduction to sub-disciplines of linguistics and basics of academic writing. 2) Second year: development of specific methods and setting priorities in language and programming courses. 3) Third year: deepening theoretical approaches and content, with a specialization module and Bachelor's thesis. The program prepares students for careers in data science, language technologies, public relations, knowledge transfer, consulting, cultural mediation, language training, multilingual team management, and various areas of management.

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How do I apply to Linguistics at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf?

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 Linguistics at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf

Is Linguistics at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf 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 Linguistics 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 Linguistics at Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf? ▼

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 Linguistics? ▼

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 Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düsseldorf — 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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