M.Sc. German 4 Semesters

International Area Studies - Global Change Geography

Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg Halle, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

M.Sc.

Duration

4 Semesters

Type

Postgraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert ohne Auflagen

Until Sep 2030

uni-assist

Required

Language

German

Campus

Halle (Saale)

Intakes per Year

German Requirement

German-speaking programmes accept exclusively: DSH-2, TestDaF with min 4 points in every s...

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: €230 semester contribution

Non-EU / International

tuition:: €0 tuition, €230 semester contribution

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Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg, an Universitäten in Halle, Germany offers an M.Sc. in International Area Studies - Global Change Geography, with a standard duration of 4 semesters (approximately 2 years). 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. 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 4×4 or telc C1 Hochschule or Goethe C2 or DSD II

Entry Requirements

English Proficiency

English-taught and bilingual programmes require at least a CEFR B2 English certificate (official checklist: 'mind. Englisch B2 Zertifikat'); the specific accepted tests are defined in each study offer.

German Language

German-speaking programmes accept exclusively: DSH-2, TestDaF with min 4 points in every section, telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule (at least 'befriedigend'/grade C), Goethe-Zertifikat C2 GDS, DSD-II with min 3x level C1, Feststellungspruefung with German component, OeSD C2. Studienkolleg admission requires B2 covering all four skills; external DSH exam requires C1.

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Admission Requirements

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

Academic Qualifications

Note: The contents may be subject to change. Applicants for the MSc International Area Studies Global Change Geography must - hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent degree in geographically oriented or comparable field with a minimum grade of 2.3 or better according to the German academic grading scale and - prove good knowledge of written and spoken English. A study programme is comparable if - at least 10 ECTS have been obtained in geographical and spatial science methods e.g. statistics or geographical information systems, and - at least 60 ECTS have been obtained in at least three areas clearly related to planning sciences, environmental sciences, physical geography and human geography. Decisions on comparability are made by the examination board on the basis of the transcript of records submitted. Applicants must prove their English language proficiency by submitting either TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge Certificate, Unicert II, German Abitur or an equivalent internati...

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

Locations

Halle

Subject Groups

Social Sciences & Psychology

Study Fields

Geowissenschaften Soziologie, Sozialwissenschaft Wirtschaftswissenschaften, Ökonomie

Study Forms

Präsenzstudiengang Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Martin-Luther-Universität Halle-Wittenberg welcomes international applicants for its M.Sc. in International Area Studies - Global Change Geography in Halle. 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).

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 (€11,904/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.

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