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Study program
University
City
Leipzig University
African Studies
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Subjects: Language and Literary Studies
M.A.
Degree
English only
Language
Winter semester: 15 Sep/31 May
Application Deadlines
2 Years (starting: Winter semester)
Duration
Free
Tuition fees (per semester)
- Starting
- Winter semester
- Mode of admission:
- without admission restriction
- Application:
- Uni-Assist
- Study mode:
- On campus
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Previous Degree
Bachelor's degree.
Proof of at least 30 ECTS credits from Africa-related courses or equivalent knowledge (e.g. internships in Africa or Africa-related organizations).
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.
English CERF English
min B2
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?
Additional information:
It is also required knowledge of a second language, such as French or another official language of the African Union (Arab, Portuguese, Spanish, Swahili) for written and oral communication (level B1 according to UNIcert®).
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
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Winter Semester
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Summer Semester
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Another EU CountryWinter semester: -
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Applications are open from:
Winter semester: May 02 (German)May 02 (EU)May 02 (Non EU)
Summer semester:
Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of admission:
without admission restriction
Admission test/interview:
None
Application:
Uni-Assist
Application Fee:
75 € for the first application, 30 € for each additional
Application Documents
The following documents are required as part of the application:
- A letter of motivation in which you explain why you are interested in our master's program.
- A copy of your first degree, including official certificates and transcripts of all previous university studies.
- The transcripts must include 30 ECTS in African studies modules; equivalences (e.g. internships in Africa) may be accepted.
- Knowledge of English and another language (see language requirements).
- A curriculum vitae in English, a photocopy of passport or ID and an e-mail contact address.