Courses are held in English.
The MA African Studies: Language, Arts, Philosophy is an internationally-oriented, interdisciplinary programme that provides a unique, humanities-driven approach to African studies. Designed around the study of African languages, the curriculum integrates Afrophone philosophy, literatures, Islamic studies, and Global African Arts. Located at a world-class research hub, it equips students with advanced methodological and practical skills for high-level careers in academia, cultural curation, and international cooperation.
The programme incorporates Linguistics, Literary Studies, Islamic studies, Global African Arts and Afrophone philosophy into a comprehensive study of African verbal and visual arts. It treats languages and diverse media as unique entry points to African traditions and knowledge systems. A multilingual perspective reflects the diversity of global societies, engaging students with cutting-edge research on topics like translation, digital narratives, and the aesthetics of African film.
This four-semester course guides students from broad foundations to specialised research.
In Bayreuth, students do not have to pay any tuition fees.
They pay a semester contribution. It covers your contributions to student services and the student government. Attending the University of Bayreuth (which combines the campus in Bayreuth and our Faculty VII located in Kulmbach) includes a "semester ticket" that allows you to use public transportation in the region. The semester contribution is 165.84 EUR per semester.
The costs of living in Germany, e.g. living, food, clothing, and activities, are about average compared to other European countries. The city of Bayreuth, compared to other large German cities (Munich, Berlin, Hamburg), offers a uniquely attractive combination: low cost of living, affordable housing, and a high quality of life. This makes Bayreuth especially appealing to students, young professionals and families. Whether it's outdoor sports in the nearby Fichtelgebirge, cultural highlights like the world-famous Festival, or the rich culinary scene – the city offers a rich variety of experiences right at your doorstep.
Bayreuth combines affordability with vibrancy – making it easy to study, live and enjoy life to the fullest.
Here is an example: https://www.gamechanger-campus.de/en/cost-of-living.
Bachelor of Arts degree with a good grade in a field related to African Language, Arts, Philosophy: African Languages, Linguistics, Literatures in Africa, Media and Art in Africa, or Curational Studies
There are many ways for international students to earn money while they study, but there are some restrictions. For more detailed information, please visit the DAAD website.
The University of Bayreuth’s Career Services team provides a central interface between student and professional life. The team offers guidance and support to students of all subjects with regard to starting their careers.
Accommodation for students
Bayreuth and Kulmbach have a number of student dormitories (both private dormitories and dormitories offered by the Association for Student Affairs) and a vast array of private rooms available. Under no circumstances should you assume that you will be assigned a room in the student dormitories! You will need to actively search for a room on your own – either in a private dormitory or on the private market.
More information regarding accommodation for students is available here: https://www.gamechanger-campus.de/en/accommodation. Please also read the DAAD’s information.
Accommodation for international guests
All other international guests are requested to register via the Welcome Services Database (WelSe).
Accommodation for short visits
For short visits, we recommend searching for accommodation on Airbnb. In addition, a limited number of apartments are available in the Alexander von Humboldt Guest House.
For in between: youth hostels
If you can not find a long-term accommodation from the start, you could look for a living space at the youth hostels directly next to our campus.
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