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History
Master of Arts (M.A.)
| Standard period of study | 4 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester , Summer semester |
| Teaching language | German |
| Credit points | Subject: 90 CP + Master’s Thesis: 30 CP = 120 CP |
Course description
The degree programme aims to achieve a research-oriented, illustrative deepening and expansion of knowledge and skills already acquired in the bachelor’s degree. Its customisation enables a highly individual combination of fields of study to be chosen and teaches in-depth knowledge of ancient history, medieval history, modern history, global history or public history, depending on the chosen discipline.
The aim of the master’s programme in history is to familiarise you with theories and methods within the study of history and in-depth knowledge of your chosen field, guide you towards independent research and enable you to present your findings in an understandable way, oriented towards the target group, in a verbal, written or visual form. You thus acquire important key qualifications for academic and professional practice.
Special arrangements for Global History and Public History:
It is only possible to begin the programme in the winter semester.
Requirements
This programme is right for you if you have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent in one of the subjects listed in the Master's admission regulations and would like to deepen your specialist knowledge and/or specialize in a specific subject area. Binding information on the admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations for the Master's programme, which you will find above under "Important documents at a glance".
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Language proficiency and other requirements
Depending on the chosen degree programme, knowledge of Latin, Spanish or Portuguese may be required when selecting certain modules. Proof of this knowledge must be provided to the department in order to enrol on the specified modules; for further details, please see ‘Subject-specific regulations’.
In some cases, proof of further language skills (e.g. knowledge of Latin equivalent to the ‘Kleines Latinum’) may be required at the time of admission to the Master’s programme. Further information can be found in the admissions regulations.
Career perspectives
A master’s degree opens up interesting opportunities for graduates: The master’s degree in history is required for a further academic career and a doctorate. It also enables you to take on more challenging academic duties in research institutions, archives or museums and join the senior civil service. However, the range of professional options is much broader and also includes publishing companies, foundations and the media.
Application for the first semester
On the website of the Master's Admissions Office, you will find detailed information on the application procedure for Master's degree programmes at the Faculty of Arts and Humanities.
Only for NC subjects: It is possible to submit a special application under certain circumstances, e.g. if you are an elite athlete or in cases of hardship. You can find information on special applications here.