German as a Foreign Language and German Studies

Overview

Degree: Master of Arts
Duration: 4 semesters
Restrictions: Without NC 1
Apply now!

Contents of the subject German as a Foreign Language and German Studies

Display more details about the subject
Für mich war das Forschungs- und Anwendungsmodul ein absolutes Highlight im Studium. Im Projektseminar zur Fremdsprachenforschung konnten wir eigenständig ein Forschungsprojekt planen und durchführen. Das war sehr interessant und praxisnah. Ich würde den Master Deutsch als Fremdsprache und Germanistik allen wärmstens empfehlen, die Spaß an Linguistik, Literaturwissenschaft und Sprache – insbesondere an Fremdsprachen – sowie an der Zusammenarbeit mit Menschen aus ganz unterschiedlichen Hintergründen haben.
 
Jana, Studentin

Contact persons

Student Counselling Service
Beratung durch Studierende der jeweiligen Fachrichtung
Academic Student Counselling Service
Beratung durch Lehrende zu Studienangebot und Inhalten des jeweiligen Studienfachs
General Student Advisory Service
First point of contact for general academic advice, personalised study guidance, and psychological counselling
Interdisciplinary programme content The master course "German as a Second Language and German Studies" at Bielefeld University offers a unique combination of linguistic and literary profiles. This interdisciplinary education enables students to set their own specialisations and deepen their knowledge in various areas. Practice-orientated teaching methods The degree programme is characterised by a high degree of practical orientation, which is expressed in innovative teaching methods such as seminars with theatre pedagogical approaches. These methods promote playful and effective learning, which is of great importance for future teaching activities. International orientation Students have the opportunity to gain experience abroad through Erasmus co-operation with universities in several countries. These international contacts broaden students' horizons and promote intercultural skills, which are essential in today's globalised world. Comprehensive support Bielefeld University offers a mentoring programme for first-year students that provides individual support in the first year of their studies. This personal support contributes to successful integration into the degree programme and promotes the students' network. Social relevance The subject German as a Second Language is highly relevant to society, especially against the backdrop of increasing migration and integration. Graduates are therefore well positioned to make a contribution in this important area.
The program opens up a wide range of career opportunities in various fields, such as:

Language and Cultural Mediation: This qualification enables graduates to work in language and cultural mediation at adult education centers, language schools, or international institutions such as the DAAD or the Goethe-Institut.

Teaching at Universities: Graduates can work in German as a Foreign Language (DaF) or German as a Second Language (DaZ) departments at domestic universities or in German studies departments at foreign universities, often with the opportunity to pursue a doctorate.

Intercultural Exchange: Graduates find employment in intercultural exchange programs, where they organize and support activities that promote cultural exchange.

Educational Liaison Work: Positions in educational liaison work, such as organizing professional development for German teachers abroad, are also possible.

International Business Companies: Graduates can work in international business companies, where they apply their language and cultural skills in various contexts.

Double-degree programmes

Türkisch-Deutsche Universität - Türk Alman Üniversitesi

In this program, an international double degree is possible in cooperation with the Türkisch-Deutsche Universität - Türk Alman Üniversitesi (Turkey). For more information and advice, please contact the Faculty of Linguistics and Literary Studies and visit the information page on double degree programs of the International Office of Bielefeld University.

Access to the Master programme is granted to those who can provide evidence that they have a first university degree which has a standard period of study of at least six semesters, qualifies for exercising a profession and is in accordance with the subject-specific regulations.

In any case, please read the specific Admission requirements for this Masters programme in the Subject-specific regulations (PDF).
Degrees from accredited Bachelor programmes at German ‘Berufsakademien’ are equivalent to Bachelor degrees from universities.

Applicants with a university degree obtained abroad are granted access provided that the degree they have acquired is deemed sufficient for this purpose and they can provide evidence of the required language skills.
Further information on the application process for prospective international students and the language requirements.

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Course start

Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.

Length and scope of studies

The standard period of studies is 4 semesters. Information on studying part time.

The studies German as a Foreign Language and German Studies comprise 120 credit points.

The study places for this degree programme are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines.

As soon as you receive a positive response in the application and status portal (notice of access from the faculty), you can submit your application for enrolment within the set deadline.

Step by step to a Master programme without NC

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Application deadline reminder

To the application portal

You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.

An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.

Legend

1

The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
<< back to all courses offered