Literary Translation at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf•Düsseldorf
- Degree type
- Master's Degree
- Subject
- Social Sciences, Humanities and Linguistics
- Language
- English & German (Mixed)
- Duration
- 4 semesters (~2 years)
- Tuition fee
- No tuition fee
- Minimum GPA
- 2.5
- German requirement
- C2
- Admission type
- Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Application method
- via uni-assist
- City
- Düsseldorf
- Winter deadline
- 15 August
At a glance
- Minimum GPA: 2.5
- German: C2
- Admission: Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Tuition: No tuition fee
Overview
Part of Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf’s academic portfolio, the Literary Translation is a Master's Degree in Social Sciences, Humanities and Linguistics taught in English & German (Mixed). Students benefit from Germany’s strong academic standards and the close links between its universities and industry.
To be considered, applicants typically need a competitive German GPA (around 2.5 or better) and German at C2 level. Admission to this program is restricted (numerus clausus). Applications are submitted via via uni-assist.
The program spans 4 semesters and charges no tuition fees (only a semester contribution may apply). Key application deadlines are 15 August for the winter intake.
Requires a relevant bachelor's degree in foreign languages linguistics or literature with specific credit requirements. Applicants without a German higher education entrance qualification need C2 level German proficiency.
Requirements can change, so always verify the latest details on the official program page before applying.
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