Holocaust Studies (US Degrее)

M.A. (Master of Arts)

M.A.

Degree

ECTS

English only

Language

Application open all year

Application Deadlines

4 semesters
(Starting: Both Semesters)

Duration

€ 4,800

Tuition Fees (per semester)

Starting: Both Semesters
Mode of Admission:: no admission restriction, but ability test (interview)
Study Mode:: Online course
Registration Fee & Tuition Information:: 4,800 € per semester for four courses with 3 credits each. For those who start before June 30, 2025, we give an already fully financed Scholarship for the full duration of their studies of over 75%, so the resulting tuition per semester is 780 € + approx. 400 € admin fee, including a mandatory public transport ticket (per semester οf studiеs).

Five Reasons to choose this Master's Program

Exclusive Master's Program

The sole program of its kind in Germany and the EU, offering a globally recognized American Master's degree.

Achieve Your Degree While Working

Obtain your degree with 75% funding in just 2 years, allowing you to balance your studies with professional commitments.

Virtual Exploration and Access

Immerse yourself in virtual journeys, connecting to national and international Holocaust Memorials and accessing extensive archives online.

Broaden Your Academic Horizons

Benefit from global academic exposure by attending classes at the prestigious Free University Berlin - Institute for Jewish Studies, expanding your scholarly perspective.

Gain a broad perspective beyond the technical knowledge

Designed for history enthusiasts and those passionate about Jewish studies, our program provides an immersive platform for scholarly engagement and in-depth exploration.

How do you want to continue?

Info package

Requirements

Qualification Requirements

The application requirements for the study program in "Holocaust Studies (US Degrее)" are:

Bachelor's (Undergraduate) Degrее

Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) with a minimum of 3 years study.
Certificates and transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by an
official English translation.

Language Requirements

The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.

English

IELTS

min 7

TOEFL iBT

min 95

Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"?

yes

Additional information:

All applicants whose native language is not English will need to provide proof of English proficiency. You may qualify for an exemption from this requirement if you have completed four or more years of full-time study in an English-language school located in a country where the dominant language is also English. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and International English Language Testing System (IELTS) test scores must not be older than two years. Ask the university for more information.