International Programmes 2026/2027

Master of Arts Anthropology and its Franco-German Perspectives Master of Arts Anthropology and its Franco-German Perspectives

Goethe University Frankfurt • Frankfurt am Main

Degree
Master of Arts
Course location
Frankfurt am Main
In cooperation with

École des Hautes Études en Sciences Sociales (EHESS), Paris, France

Teaching language
  • German
  • French
Languages

The lessons are mainly held in German and French.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter semester
Application periods

15 June at Goethe University (for students enrolling in Frankfurt)

24 March at the EHESS (for students enrolling in Paris)

30 September at the Franco-German University (DFH) (for all students)

Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
Yes
Description/content

The course of study focuses on educating young researchers in the field of social and cultural anthropology, taking into account the scientific traditions of both Germany and France. The programme links the two Master's programmes of the respective universities. The double Master's degree programme in Anthropology ensures that students:

  • acquire anthropological skills and research methods in two languages
  • have the ability to apply methods and in-depth knowledge of German and French anthropological traditions 
  • gain the ability to work independently in order to start doctoral studies
Course organisation

The Master's programme can be started in Paris or in Frankfurt. The second and third semesters will be spent at the partner university. 

First semester:  Anthropology and its Franco-German perspectives

Second semester: Research methods and development of an individual research project

Third semester: Field research and research evaluation 

Fourth semester: Master's thesis and international research colloquium

International elements
  • Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
Description of other international elements
  • Students acquire anthropological skills in two languages.
  • The independent research projects of the students are supervised by lecturers at both universities.
Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
  • Of the four semesters, two will be spent in Frankfurt (Germany), and two will be spent in Paris (France).
  • Field research stays during the third semester can be conducted in Germany, France, or worldwide.
Integrated internships

The study programme includes one or more field research stays, which are determined within the framework of the Master's project in consultation between the student and the supervisor.

Special promotion / funding of the programme
  • ERASMUS+
  • DFG (e.g. Research Training Groups)
  • Other (e.g. state level)
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester
None
Semester contribution

381.28 EUR (Goethe University Frankfurt)

Funding opportunities within the university
No
Academic admission requirements
  • BA degree in Anthropology or a degree in a related field of study 
  • very good knowledge of German and French (oral examination)
  • motivation letter (500 to 700 words) 
German language skills
C1 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.:
  • telc Deutsch: telc Deutsch C1
  • Goethe-Zertifikat: Goethe-Zertifikat C1
English language skills
No minimum language level required
Additional language skills

Very good knowledge of French (approx. C1) is required.

Application periods

15 June at Goethe University (for students enrolling in Frankfurt)

24 March at the EHESS (for students enrolling in Paris)

30 September at the Franco-German University (DFH) (for all students)

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Please apply via uni-assist.
Possibility of finding part-time employment

Frankfurt is home to various cultural and research institutions as well as the country's biggest international airport, 350 banks, and the fourth-largest stock exchange in the world. Together with numerous other companies and organisations, these entities offer students and graduates interesting jobs and internships. There are also job opportunities at Goethe University itself (e.g. as a tutor or research assistant). The "Studierendenwerk" as well as the Career Services at Goethe University support students in their search for employment.

Accommodation

The Welcome Centre at Goethe University supports international students in their search for accommodation. The biggest providers of dorms are the "Studierendenwerk" (student services: https://www.swffm.de/) and churches.
The 19 dormitories offer more than 1,700 different accommodation units.

Goethe University Frankfurt

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