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Universität Heidelberg
Master German Social Sciences

Russian

Master of Education (M.Ed.)

Universität Heidelberg Heidelberg · Baden-Württemberg

About the Program

Where Russian is studied as a supplementary subject, students consolidate and further develop their Russian language skills, and expand their methodological and theoretical knowledge in the fields of Russian linguistics, Russian literature, and cultural studies. Key importance is given to the question of how skills and knowledge can be successfully taught to others. This is explored through in-depth consideration of specialised didactics. The combination of specialist subject knowledge, language skills, and didactic understanding provided by the course, enables graduates to deliver informative and effective foreign language lessons to school aged children.
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Where Russian is studied as a supplementary subject, students consolidate and further develop their Russian language skills, and expand their methodological and theoretical knowledge in the fields of Russian linguistics, Russian literature, and cultural studies. Key importance is given to the question of how skills and knowledge can be successfully taught to others. This is explored through in-depth consideration of specialised didactics. The combination of specialist subject knowledge, language skills, and didactic understanding provided by the course, enables graduates to deliver informative and effective foreign language lessons to school aged children.

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How do I apply to Russian at Universität Heidelberg?

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 Russian at Universität Heidelberg

Is Russian at Universität Heidelberg 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 Russian programme cost? ▼

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

What are the admission requirements for Russian at Universität Heidelberg? ▼

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 Russian? ▼

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 Universität Heidelberg — 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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