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Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg
Master German Social Sciences

Media German Studies

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

This is a German studies program with components from the systematically obligatory areas of Germanic Linguistics, Older German Literature, and Modern German Literature. The focus of all study content is on the aspect of mediality. The program not only offers purely academic training, which is the primary focus and enables students to continue working scientifically in German studies and related fields beyond the master's degree and to further qualify themselves. Rather, it also contains a mandatory study component in the form of a practice module related to specific professional fields of application, in which experiences in a typical professional field for Germanists are acquired, accompanied by scientific reflection and evaluation.
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This is a German studies program with components from the systematically obligatory areas of Germanic Linguistics, Older German Literature, and Modern German Literature. The focus of all study content is on the aspect of mediality. The program not only offers purely academic training, which is the primary focus and enables students to continue working scientifically in German studies and related fields beyond the master's degree and to further qualify themselves. Rather, it also contains a mandatory study component in the form of a practice module related to specific professional fields of application, in which experiences in a typical professional field for Germanists are acquired, accompanied by scientific reflection and evaluation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Media German Studies at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg

Is Media German Studies at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg taught in German or English?

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

How much does the Media German 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 Media German Studies at Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg?

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), 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 Media German 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 Otto-von-Guericke-Universität Magdeburg — 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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