African Studies Programs in Germany with Admission Restriction - Numerus Clausus/NC (2026/27)

African Studies NC

German universities offer international students an interdisciplinary education in African Studies, combining history, politics, anthropology, linguistics, and development studies. These programs are enriched by Germany’s deep academic tradition and active engagement with the African continent. These English-taught programs are offered at institutions such as the University of Leipzig’s Institute of African Studies and Hamburg’s GIGA Institute of African Affairs.

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NC-Free

Most Selective African Studies Programs

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).