Degree Profile
Course Details
In the major and minor subject of study German Studies, you will examine the German language and German-language literature with scientific methods.
The topics of German linguistics include
- structures and functions of the contemporary German language,
- linguistic varieties (dialects, youth language, specialised languages, etc.),
- use of German in communication situations and media,
- history of the German language,
- forms and functions of language change.
Among the topics of German literature studies are
- structures, functions and characteristics of literary texts,
- different genres, text and sign theories,
- questions of historical poetics,
- current theories and methods.
Job & Career Perspectives
Our graduates are active in these professional fields:
- in teaching German as a foreign language at primary, regular, remedial or vocational schools (provided that a Master's programme related to teaching profession is completed),
- in speech counselling and speech formation,
- in the press and public relations work,
- in management consulting and media consulting,
- in education and training,
- in the publishing and library sector,
- in cultural management.
German Studies in Detail
Structure of the study programme
The bachelor's degree programme at the University of Erfurt comprises a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor's degree) as well as the fundamental course of study. It aims to impart specialist content and occupational field orientation as well as interdisciplinary skills. The standard period of study is six semesters.
Orientation Phase (First Year)
- German language and literature studies
- linguistic levels of description and the foundations of literary studies
Qualification Phase (Second/Third Year)
- Theories and methods of linguistics
- History of language and literature
- Text analysis
- Literary theory
- German as a foreign language/second language
Two-Subject-Bachelor
The major and minor subjects differ in terms of the content and scope of the course. In the major subject a Bachelor thesis is written.
Possible combinations
At the University of Erfurt, you will study a major and a minor subject (two-subject bachelor) in the bachelor's programme. You may have to observe combination rules.
Combination rule:
- German Studies can be combined with all fields of study except Literary Studies.
Online-Tool Studimat
The STUDIMAT supports you in combining the major with the minor subject. Try it out now!
www.was-studieren.info
Study abroad
A semester abroad in an English speaking country is strongly recommended. The International Office will be happy to assist you in organizing your stay abroad.
Internships
Internships during studies
- Interdisciplinary Internship for Vocational Field
- optional: Internship for Vocational Field
Further internships for students with the professional goal of becoming teachers:
- two school type-related school internships in the Bachelor's program
Study teaching profession
Information about study teaching profession
Teacher training takes place in the Bachelor-Master study system. The degree is equivalent to the 1st state examination. Following the Master's programme, you will complete the preparatory service, which concludes with the 2nd state examination.
Teaching profession at the University of Erfurt
Relevance for teacher training
If you follow a master's degree programmes in teaching, you will acquire the teaching qualification for the subject German at the following schools:
- Primary schools
- Secondary schools
- Special schools
- Vocational schools
Studying to become a primary school teacher
- Combination of the major subject Primary and Elementary Education with the minor subject German Studies.
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Studying to become a secondary school teacher
- Combination of German Studies with minor subject (relevant to the teaching profession)
Download Flyer "Studying to become a secondary school teacher" (in German)
Studying to become a teacher for special needs pedagogy
- Combination of the major Special Needs Pedagogy with the minor German Studies
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Studying to become a teacher for vocational schools
- German Studies as a general subject
Admissions qualification
Studying with Abitur
- general qualification for university entrance or the subject-related higher education entrance qualification or a comparable previous education
General information on the admission requirements (study without Abitur):
www.uni-erfurt.de/studium/vor-dem-studium/bewerbung-zulassung-einschreibung
Language requirements
Language requirements during studies
Until the end of the studies:
- German: Upon application, international applicants must prove German language skills at level B1.
- Mastery of two modern foreign languages at level B1 or one modern foreign language at level B1 and the Latinum (main course only)
Language Centre
The Language Centre (Sprachenzentrum) offers around 140 language courses per semester in 16 modern and ancient (foreign) languages. It supports you in acquiring and deepening your language skills.
www.uni-erfurt.de/sprachenzentrum
International applicants
International applicants whose native language is not German must provide proof of sufficient German language skills (level B1) upon application.
Information on required German language skills and the German language test for university admission (DSH):
No admission limitation (without nc)
Without admission limitation (without NC)
At present, no admission limitation (without numerus clausus) is expected.
Master Programmes
Open Day & Discovery Days
Open Day
Numerous information and advisory services offer you the opportunity to see the study and living conditions in Erfurt for yourself at the open day. Get to know the green campus and the beautiful old town centre on guided tours. Information on the programme: Open Day
Discovery Days
The discovery days at the University of Erfurt mean experiencing "studying up close". Within a week (on as many days as you like) you can attend selected courses (lectures or seminars) and get a taste of campus life. Information and programme: Discovery Days
Order or download information material
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Application
The major and minor subject in German Studies is admission-free (without NC).
Application for the two-subject Bachelor's degree:
When combining German Studies with an admission-free program (without NC), you can enrol directly from May 1 to September 15.
If you are combining German Studies with an admissions-restricted field of study (with NC), please apply from May 1 to July 15 via the following link.
For international students
Want to study one semester or year at the University of Erfurt?
You come from abroad and are interested in studying for a Bachelor's or Master's degree at the University of Erfurt?
Consulting & Service
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