M.A.

Archivwissenschaft in Potsdam, Germany

Fachhochschule Potsdam

Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2031

uni-assist

Required

ECTS Credits

120 ECTS

Language

German

Campus

Potsdam

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:: None (public university); semester contribution ~€310

Non-EU / International

tuition:: None (public university); semester contribution ~€310

Fachhochschule Potsdam, a Fachhochschulen / HAW in Potsdam, Germany offers an M.A. in Archivwissenschaft, 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 ohne Auflagen accreditation. 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

Application Periods

Summer Semester Semester

Entry: 15 Jan

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 Archival Science, Library Science, Information Science, or related field (min. 180 ECTS)

Additional Requirements

No NC (direct admission based on qualifications)
Joint programme with Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin; professional experience in archives recommended

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

Locations

Potsdam

Subject Areas

Study Fields

Archivwesen

Study Forms

Berufsbegleitend Fernstudium Teilzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Fachhochschule Potsdam welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Archivwissenschaft in Potsdam. 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.