M.A. German and English 4 Semesters

Archäologische Wissenschaften

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg Erlangen, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2030

Language

German and English

German Requirement

German is the teaching language for most programmes; C1/C2 is described as essential. Acce...

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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg

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Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, an Universitäten in Erlangen, Germany offers an M.A. in Archäologische Wissenschaften, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). Courses are delivered in both German and English; the programme holds Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen accreditation. Most public universities in Germany charge no tuition fees; students pay only a semester contribution (typically €150–€350). 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 / TestDaF 4xTDN4 / Goethe C2 / OeSD C2 / Feststellungspruefung (German part)

English — per-programme requirements for English-taught international degree programmes

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

FAU does not publish a single university-wide English minimum; English-language skills requirements are set individually for each international (usually English-taught) degree programme - see FAU's overview of degree programmes taught in English and each programme's admission regulations.

German Language

German is the teaching language for most programmes; C1/C2 is described as essential. Accepted proof: DSH-2 (sufficient for all degree programs), TestDaF level 4 in each of the four parts, Goethe-Zertifikat C2, Oesterreichisches Sprachdiplom C2 (OeSD C2), or the German part of the Feststellungspruefung. Applicants admitted without proof may sit the DSH at FAU immediately before enrolment if they hold B2 (Goethe/telc/onSET B2, TestDaF 12 points with nothing below level 3, UNIcert II/III, or DSH-1 qualify as B2 evidence). Medicine, dentistry and pharmacy require the DSH-2-level proof together with the application.

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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

Das Master-Studium steht allen in- und ausländischen Interessent/-innen offen, die einen Bachelor-Abschluss in Archäologie besitzen. Als fachverwandte Abschlüsse werden andere Abschlüsse insbesondere in den Fächern der Klassischen Archäologie, der Christlichen Archäologie, der Ur- oder Vor- und Frühgeschichte (Prähistorische Archäologie), der Archäologie der Römischen Provinzen sowie der mittelalterlichen Archäologie anerkannt, soweit in einem dieser Fächer mindestens 60 ECTS-Punkte erreicht wurden.
Bewerberinnen und Bewerber weisen ein abgeschlossenes erstes Hochschulstudium (Bachelor oder mindestens gleichwertiger Abschluss) in Archäologische Wissenschaften vor. Als fachverwandte Abschlüsse anerkannt werden insbesondere andere Abschlüsse in den Fächern der Klassischen Archäologie, der Christlichen Archäologie, der Ur- oder Vor- und Frühgeschichte, der Provinzialräume sowie der mittelalterlichen Archäologie, soweit in einem dieser Fächer mindestens 60 ECTS-Punkte erreicht wurden.

Additional Requirements

Als Gesamtnote des vorgängigen Hochschulabschlusses genügt ein mindestens „gut“ (2,5); bei einer Gesamtnote von 2,51 bis 3,00 absolvieren die Bewerber*innen ein individuelles Aufnahmegespräch.

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

Locations

Erlangen

Subject Groups

Languages & Humanities

Study Fields

Archäologie

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Archäologische Wissenschaften in Erlangen. 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).

The teaching language is German and English. Check the programme's admission page for specific language certificate requirements.

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 (€11,904/year), and living expenses.

You can apply via uni-assist or directly through the university's admissions portal. GradGermany handles your full application — SOP writing, document preparation, submission, and visa support.

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