M.A.

Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East in Berlin, Germany

Freie Universität Berlin

Key Facts

Degree

M.A.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2028

ECTS Credits

180 ECTS

Language

English

Campus

Fabeckstr. 23-25 14195 Berlin

Intakes per Year

1

Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

tuition:
none

Non-EU / International

tuition:
none

Freie Universität Berlin, an Universitäten in Berlin, Germany offers an M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East, spanning 4 semesters (180 ECTS credits). The programme is taught entirely in English, making it accessible to international students without German language skills; 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

Application Periods

Semester

Entry: <p>Admission deadlines are published on the central&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fu-berlin.de/en/studium/studienangebot/master/Interdisciplinary_Studies_Middle_East/index.html">programme website</a>&nbsp;of the Student Services Center as well as on the website of the programme: <a href="http://www.fu-berlin.de/isme">www.fu-berlin.de/isme</a></p>

Locations

Berlin

Subject Areas

Study Fields

Islamische Studien

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Freie Universität Berlin welcomes international applicants for its M.A. in Interdisciplinary Studies of the Middle East in Berlin. 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 180 ECTS credits.

Yes, this programme is taught entirely in English. No German language skills are required for admission, though basic German is recommended for daily life in Germany.

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.

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.