International Programmes 2024/2025

Linguistics (MA) Linguistics (MA)

University of Göttingen • Göttingen

Degree
Master of Arts
Teaching language
  • English
Languages

Courses are held in English only. Participants write their Master's theses in English.

Full-time / part-time
  • full-time
Programme duration
4 semesters
Beginning
Winter and summer semester
Application deadline

https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/103531.html

Tuition fees per semester in EUR
None
Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
No
Joint degree / double degree programme
No
Description/content

Linguistics in all its variety: In this Master's degree programme, students can deepen their knowledge of modern formal linguistics as well as learn about new aspects of the subject. The programme focuses on synchronic syntax and phonology. However, diachronic issues are also a part of the education you will receive, and empirical work is also included.

The Master's programme conveys in-depth and reflected knowledge of fundamental descriptive and analytical theories and methods. In addition, students will also acquire the skills needed for independent and interdisciplinary scientific work in issues that are pertinent to all individual languages.

Course organisation

Subject-specific studies comprise 42 credits in modules on the topics of descriptive linguistics, phonology, theory of language change, theoretical linguistics, and empirical methods in linguistics as well as linguistic research strategies. “Module packets” are offered in other subjects with a scope of 36 and 18 credits.

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A Diploma supplement will be issued
Yes
International elements
  • International guest lecturers
Course-specific, integrated German language courses
No
Course-specific, integrated English language courses
No
Tuition fees per semester in EUR
None
Semester contribution

Fees are around 400 EUR per semester. The fees include a prepaid semester ticket that entitles students to use regional trains in Germany free of charge.

Fees: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/fee
Semester ticket: http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/16432.html

Costs of living

The average cost of living in Göttingen is modest compared to other major university cities in Germany. Currently, expenses for accommodation, food, health insurance and books are about 850 EUR per month. Please note that fees for health insurance may vary according to age.

Students of the University of Göttingen receive discounts for cultural events. Meals and drinks are also available at reduced prices at all university canteens.

For further information, please see the following link: www.uni-goettingen.de/en/54664.html

Funding opportunities within the university
Yes
Description of the above-mentioned funding opportunities within the university

Germany Scholarship (Deutschlandstipendium): https://uni-goettingen.de/en/218535.html

Academic admission requirements
  • BA degree or equivalent degree
  • Evidence must be submitted of credits in general linguistics, linguistics or a specific philology to the extent of at least 60 credits, including a total of at least 36 credits from the areas of syntax, phonology, morphology, semantics, empiricism (language courses in philological subjects, psycholinguistics and/or corpus-based data acquisition); academic achievement in language practice can be considered as relevant for the MA programme with up to 12 credits.
Language requirements

Demonstration of sufficient English language skills by earning the minimum required grade on an internationally recognised test

Application deadline

https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/103531.html

Submit application to

https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/209399.html

Possibility of finding part-time employment

The university supports students in finding part-time jobs in local industry and businesses. A number of student jobs are also available at the university. They are announced on the following website: www.stellenwerk-goettingen.de

Please note that restrictions may apply with your scholarship or visa. Non-EU students are subject to special regulations.

Some proficiency in German may be indispensable to your job search. Non-EU students are permitted to work a maximum of 120 full days (240 half days) per year.

Accommodation

The Accommodation Service of the International Office supports international students who are enrolled at the University of Göttingen in finding accommodation and serves as a point of contact for related queries. The Accommodation Service also publishes suitable offers from private landlords in Göttingen and collaborates with the Student Services ("Studentenwerk"). As the number of available accommodation options in Göttingen is limited, it is highly recommended to contact the Accommodation Service as early as possible.

For further information, please see the following link: https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/617883.html

Career advisory service

The Career Service of the university offers individual support for the job entry. For international students aiming for a career entry in Germany, the Career Service provides workshops, online learning modules, and a qualification programme. https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/292.html

The project "Start Guides" also offers assistance in developing and realising individual career perspectives in Germany. https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/637664.html

If you are interested in founding a company, start-up support is offered! The university supports you with advice, funding, qualification formats and network contacts. https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/en/1279.html

Support for international students and doctoral candidates
  • Buddy programme
  • Pick-up service
General services and support for international students and doctoral candidates

The International Office provides a complimentary pick-up service ("Buddy Exchange Service") from the Göttingen railway station to the accommodation. German students help newly arrived students to adapt to the university and the city during their first weeks.
http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/49307.html

There is also an orientation week for new international students, which provides valuable information about Göttingen and the university.
http://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/196392.html

Study Buddy programme (https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/112395.html) as a part of the Integration and Diversity project at Göttingen University (InDiGU)
https://www.uni-goettingen.de/en/108275.html

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