WEBINAR
How to Apply and Get Admission to a German University
October 7th, 2025
Step 1 - Find your Study Program
Georg August University Goettingen
Göttingen
Linguistics
Subjects: Linguistics;Language
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
The Master's program provides a deep and thoughtful understanding of modern linguistic theories and methods. It allows students to develop a scientific profile in areas such as text and discourse processing, typology and fieldwork, language change, and sign language research. Students gain skills in conducting independent research and working across disciplines.
Program Information
| Study Location | Göttingen |
| Start Semester | Summer, Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 404 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Language requirements Unless native speakers of English, applicants must provide proof of proficiency in English at the level of: a) UNIcert® III; b) NULTE C1; c) Cambridge English Scale 180 points; d) IELTS Academic 6.5; e) TOEFL iBT 93 points; f) Global Scale of English (Pearson Academic) 76 points; g) C1 or higher according to GeR; or the completion of a program of studies that has English skills (at least level GeR-C1) as accredited target. These applicants do not need to supply a certificate of proficiency in German. Applicants with very good knowledge of German (or previous studies in a German university) must provide proof of proficiency in English at the level of a) UNIcert® II; b) NULTE B2; c) Cambridge English Scale 160 points; d) IELTS Academic 5.5; e) TOEFL iBT 59 points; f) Global Scale of English (Pearson Academic) 59 points; g) B2 or higher according to GeR; or a stay of one year (for study or professional purposes) in an English speaking country.
Qualification Requirements
Previous Education B.A. degree or equivalent at least 150 ECTS at the time of application Eligibility: For Single (78 C) and Joint Honours MA (42): Evidence must be submitted of credits in general linguistics, linguistics or a specific philology to the extent of at least 60 C, including a total of at least 36 C from the areas of syntax, phonology, morphology, semantics and/or empirical linguistics (psycholinguistics, corpus-based data acquisition and/or academic language courses, the latter with a maximum of 12 credits). For module package (36C/18C): Evidence must be submitted of at least two modules or part-modules from the core areas of theoretical linguistics (Phonetics/Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Pragmatics).
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Restricted |
| Application | directly at the University |
Step 3 - Get studying insights
Your Free StudyBuddy Checklist
Want to simplify your journey to Germany?
-
Interactive step-by-step checklist
-
Helpful explanations and tips along the way
-
Designed for internationals like you
Free Live Webinar
How to Apply and Get Admission to a German University
Get ready to study in Germany!
October 7th, 2025
-
Learn how to find your ideal program
-
Step-by-step application guide
-
Tips and tricks to get admission
Step 4 – Apply for a Visa
German Visa Guide
Your tailored German visa application guide
Be Prepared for Your Visa Appointment
-
GERMAN BLOCKED ACCOUNT
-
Accepted by all German authorities
-
Instant blocked amount confirmation once funds are received
-
TRAVEL HEALTH INSURANCE / INCOMING INSURANCE
-
Free coverage worth up to €953. Mandatory for your visa
-
GERMAN HEALTH INSURANCE
-
Award-winning, affordable cover for visa, university, and life in Germany4
-
Up to €90 cashback with your personalized insurance2
-
FREE GERMAN BANK ACCOUNT
-
Instant access to monthly payouts + automatically connected to your Blocked Account
-
Free digital bank card ready to use worldwide. Apple + Google Pay.
-
ADDITIONAL FREE BENEFITS
-
Free International Student ID Card (digital) with thousands of discounts1
-
In-app accommodation access
-
COST BREAKDOWN
-
Monthly fee: Only €5
-
Blocked Account set-up fee: €89
