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Free University of Berlin

Berlin

Iranian Studies

Subjects: Iranian Studies

M.A. | Master of Arts

⏳  Duration
4 Semesters
🔠 Teaching Language
English
💶  Application Fee non-EU
No information

💶  Cost per Semester ? Separate from the tuition fees, the cost per semester refers to another fee students pay each semester, covering registration fees, administrative costs, and often a public transport ticket.
305 EUR

💶  Tuition Fees per Semester
No Tuition Fee
⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.08.

Course description

The “M.A. Iranian Studies” program aims to immerse students in the rich tapestry of Iranian languages, cultures, history, and religions, spanning from ancient times to the late antique era. Participants will gain proficiency in Old and Middle Iranian languages, including Avestan, Old Persian, and Middle Persian, along with one modern Iranian language, such as Persian or Kurdish. This program deepens students' understanding of pre-Islamic Iran and non-Islamic Iranophone religious traditions. They will be equipped to conduct independent research, emphasizing primary sources whenever possible.

Program Information

Study Location Berlin
Start Semester 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 305 EUR
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⏱️ Application Start Summer
No information

⏱️ Application Deadline Summer
No information
⏱️ Application Start Winter
24.04.

⏱️ Application Deadline Winter
15.08.

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Language Requirements

CEFR No information
IELTS No information
Cambridge (CAE) No information
TOEFL IBT No information

Proof of English language skills (level C1 CEFR) for applicants whose degree was not obtained at an institution/university where English is generally the language of instruction across all courses in all faculties (see MA-Handbook for details).

Qualification Requirements

For admittance to the master’s program applicants need to fulfill the following admission requirements: Applicants for the Master’s programme in Iranian Studies require a first university degree from a German university or a higher education institution outside Germany in History and Cultures of the Middle East (Concentration: Iranian Studies) or a foreign degree equivalent in content and structure to the Bachelor programme in History and Cultures of the Middle East (Concentration: Iranian Studies) of the Freie Universität Berlin. One of the following Bachelor degrees can also be accepted: Middle Eastern or Central Asian Studies, Indo-European Studies, Studies in Ancient Civilisations, History, Cultural Studies, Linguistics, Literature, Social Science, Politics, Ethnology or Theology. Proof of English skills (level C1 CEFR).

Document Requirements

graduation certificate (if you have completed your studies) If you are applying for a higher subject-specific semester, this document is stringently required. official current transcript of records official transcript of records for the master’s program and a current certificate of enrollment if applicable, current certificate of enrollment official translations of all certificates if issued in any language other than German or English proof of English knowledge if applicable, additional study-related skills

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Acceptance Interview No
Acceptance local admission restrictions Not restricted
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