Ethnology at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz
- Degree type
- Master's Degree
- Subject
- Social Sciences, Humanities and Linguistics
- Language
- English
- Duration
- 4 semesters (~2 years)
- Tuition fee
- No tuition fee
- German requirement
- C1
- Admission type
- Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Application method
- via uni-assist
- City
- Mainz
- Winter deadline
- 1 September
- Summer deadline
- 1 March
At a glance
- German: C1
- Admission: Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Tuition: No tuition fee
Overview
The Ethnology program at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz is a Master's Degree pathway in Social Sciences, Humanities and Linguistics, taught primarily in English. Expect a rigorous, research-informed structure built to develop both expertise and practical, transferable skills.
To be considered, applicants typically need German at C1 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 1 September for the winter intake and 1 March for the summer intake.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Ethnology or a comparable cultural social or regional science. Must have 40 credit points in Ethnology or can be admitted conditionally. German language proficiency equivalent to DSH is mandatory for non-native speakers.
Requirements can change, so always verify the latest details on the official program page before applying.
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