Study program
University
City

Saarland University
Theoretical Linguistics: Dynamics and Variation
M.A. (Master of Arts)
Subjects: Language and Literary Studies, Linguistics
M.A.
Degree
120
ECTS

English & German
Language
Winter semester: 15 Jul/31 Aug
Summer semester: 15 Jan/28 Feb
Application Deadlines
2 Years (starting: Both semesters)
Duration
Free
Tuition Fees (per semester)
- Starting
- Both semesters
- Mode of admission:
- without admission restriction
- Application:
- directly at the University
- Study mode:
- On campus
Requirements
Qualification Requirements
Previous Degree
Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with a linguistic component of at least 30 CP. If the equivalence of the submitted university degree cannot be determined, admission subject to conditions is possible.
Proof of the module "Introduction to Modern German Linguistics" or the module "Introduction to English Linguistics" of the corresponding Bachelor courses at the Saar University or equivalent modules. If this requirement is not met, approval can be granted on a provisional basis, provided that the relevant tests are carried out.
GPA (German System) 2.30
GPA Comment
An overall grade of at least 2.3.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognised as proof of your language proficience.
Cambridge
min C1 Advanced (CAE)
IELTS
min 6.5
TOEFL iBT
min 90
TestDaF
min TDN 4
DSH
min DSH 2
Goethe-Zertifikat
min C2: Großes Deutsches Sprachdiplom (GDS)
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? no
Additional information:
If English is not the applicant's mother tongue, applicants must demonstrate that they have advanced proficiency in English by also presenting a passing grade in the internal language assessment test run by the English Department; or proof that the applicant studied English in school for seven years up to Abitur level (Abitur: German higher-education entrance qualification). Proof of English language proficiency may be submitted at any time during the first semester.
Application & Admission
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Explanation regarding the application period
International applicants who do not have certified proof of proficiency in German must apply before July 15th if they plan to begin studying in the winter semester and by January 15th if they
Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of Admission:
without admission restriction
Admission Test/Interview:
None
Application:
directly at the University
Application Fee:
none