Master
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Social Sciences
Urban Cultures
Master of Arts (M.A.)
About the Program
The international research-based Master's degree programme "Urban Cultures" (URC) is addressed to students with an interest in urban cultural studies, striving to acquire transdisciplinary competencies regarding European and Latin-American cities and urban regions. In addition to the study of respective urban theories and practices, the master's curriculum concentrates on the importance of the arts and culture for sustainable and inclusive urban planning and management, taking into consideration not only urban governance and policy measures but also the constituent role of urban imaginaries and aesthetics for urban identities and creation processes. The program includes focus areas such as Urban Aesthetics & Discourses, Urban Spaces & Governance, Urban Transformation & Diversity, and Transatlantic Urban Cultures & Practices. Special features include interculturality with three international semesters in historic UNESCO cities (Augsburg–Santiago de Compostela–Coimbra) with European placement or Latin American study activity in Buenos Aires or São Paulo, and transdisciplinarity with Urban Cultural Studies approaches and methods from the Humanities, Geography, and Social Studies. Career prospects include: City Administration/Public Management, Urban/Regional Cultural Offices, Municipalities & Ministries, Cultural Management & Government Agencies, Heritage Conservation & Renewal of the Built Environment, Creative Industry, City Network, Community Offices, and Architectural & Cultural Planning Offices.
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The international research-based Master's degree programme "Urban Cultures" (URC) is addressed to students with an interest in urban cultural studies, striving to acquire transdisciplinary competencies regarding European and Latin-American cities and urban regions. In addition to the study of respective urban theories and practices, the master's curriculum concentrates on the importance of the arts and culture for sustainable and inclusive urban planning and management, taking into consideration not only urban governance and policy measures but also the constituent role of urban imaginaries and aesthetics for urban identities and creation processes. The program includes focus areas such as Urban Aesthetics & Discourses, Urban Spaces & Governance, Urban Transformation & Diversity, and Transatlantic Urban Cultures & Practices. Special features include interculturality with three international semesters in historic UNESCO cities (Augsburg–Santiago de Compostela–Coimbra) with European placement or Latin American study activity in Buenos Aires or São Paulo, and transdisciplinarity with Urban Cultural Studies approaches and methods from the Humanities, Geography, and Social Studies. Career prospects include: City Administration/Public Management, Urban/Regional Cultural Offices, Municipalities & Ministries, Cultural Management & Government Agencies, Heritage Conservation & Renewal of the Built Environment, Creative Industry, City Network, Community Offices, and Architectural & Cultural Planning Offices.
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How do I apply to Urban Cultures at Universität Augsburg?
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 Urban Cultures at Universität Augsburg
Is Urban Cultures at Universität Augsburg taught in German or English? ▼
This Master 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 Urban Cultures 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 Urban Cultures at Universität Augsburg? ▼
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 Urban Cultures? ▼
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 Augsburg — 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.