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University of Erlangen–Nuremberg
Erlangen
Chinese Studies with an Optional Focus
Subjects: Chinese Studies;Linguistics;Culture
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
Chinese Studies with an Optional Focus (MA) is a distinctive, interdisciplinary degree program. It merges the study of Chinese Studies with a chosen specialization. This program offers a comprehensive education in Chinese Studies while providing foundational knowledge in one of several subjects: English and American Studies, History, Sinology, Economics, or Political Science. Students select one specialization. This research-oriented degree program emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches to academic work. A crucial component is the intensive Chinese language classes, which include the academic translation of Chinese texts. The teaching language is English.
Program Information
| Study Location | Erlangen |
| 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 | 67 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
English language skills at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Good language skills in Chinese Proof of German language proficiency at level B2 (CEFR); for exceptions, see subject study and examination regulations §2, paragraph 2, sentence 2.
Qualification Requirements
Degree with at least 70 ECTS in Sinology or a related degree with a Sinology component of at least 60 ECTS (of which at least 20 ECTS are subject-related) Degree in Sinology or similar program; suitability might be determined individually. English language skills at level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Good language skills in Chinese Proof of German language proficiency at level B2 (CEFR); for exceptions, see subject study and examination regulations §2, paragraph 2, sentence 2. Motivation letter Individual entrance exam, if applicable
Document Requirements
CV (simple copy) German language test verification certificate - if required (simple copy) School leaving certificate (certified copy) Official translation of the School Leaving Certificate (certified copy) University Degree Certificate and Diploma Supplement - if already available (certified copy) Official translation of the University Degree Certificate and Diploma Supplement (certified copy) Complete Academic Report/Transcript of Records (certified copy) Official translation of the Complete Academic Report/Transcript of Records (certified copy) All additional documents which are required by the specific program (letter of application, proof of internships/placements, language certificates, etc).
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Admission Exam |
| Application | directly at the University |
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