M.A.

Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft in Tübingen, Germany

Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen

Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Sep 2030

uni-assist

Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

German

Campus

Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg

Intakes per Year

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: No tuition fees for EU/EEA students. Semester contribution approx. EUR 175/semester (includes public transport ticket naldo).

Non-EU / International

tuition:: Baden-Württemberg non-EU tuition fee: EUR 1,500/semester + semester contribution approx. EUR 175/semester. Exemptions may apply for certain nationalities or scholarship holders.

Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen, an Universitäten in Tübingen, Germany offers an M.A. in Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft, spanning 4 semesters (120 ECTS credits). Instruction is in German, so applicants need to demonstrate German proficiency (typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4); the programme holds Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt) accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). International applicants apply through uni-assist. GradGermany provides end-to-end support for Indian students applying to master's programmes in Germany — from eligibility assessment and SOP review to visa guidance and post-arrival settlement.

Language Requirements

German — DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4 or equivalent C1

Application Periods

Semester

Admission Requirements

The following is a summarised overview of requirements for this programme. Always verify details directly with the university before applying.

Academic Qualifications

Bachelor in linguistics or closely related field

Additional Requirements

Research-oriented programme in general linguistics

Requirements are summarised for informational purposes. Refer to the university's official admissions office for complete and current requirements.

Locations

Tübingen

Subject Areas

Subject Groups

Languages & Humanities

Study Fields

Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Allgemeine Sprachwissenschaft in Tübingen. You will typically need a recognised bachelor's degree in a related field, language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 4 semesters (approximately 2 years), totalling 120 ECTS credits.

This programme is taught in German. You will need to prove German proficiency, typically DSH-2 or TestDaF 4×4. Some universities accept Goethe-Zertifikat C1.

Tuition fees vary. Most public German universities charge no tuition — only a semester contribution of approximately €150–€350. Additional costs include health insurance (~€120/month), the blocked account requirement (€11,208/year), and living expenses.

International applicants apply through uni-assist (the central application platform for German universities). GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.