B.A. German 6 Semesters

Latein (Beifach)

Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz Mainz, Germany

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Key Facts

Degree

B.A.

Duration

6 Semesters

Type

Undergraduate

Accreditation

Akkreditiert (Auflagen erfüllt)

Until Mar 2030

Language

German

Campus

Mainz

German Requirement

Most degree programmes require German at DSH-2 level (higher or lower levels are stated in...

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Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz

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Tuition & Fees

EU / EEA Students

semester fee:: €330 semester contribution

Non-EU / International

tuition:: €0 tuition, €330 semester contribution

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The B.A. programme in Latein (Beifach) is offered by Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz, an Universitäten in Mainz, Germany, with a standard duration of 6 semesters (approximately 3 years). 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). GradGermany guides international students through the complete application process for German universities — including document preparation, language requirements, visa processing, and finding accommodation.

Language Requirements

German DSH-2 or TestDaF (min 2×TDN4 + 2×TDN3) or telc C1 Hochschule or Goethe C2

Entry Requirements

German Language

Most degree programmes require German at DSH-2 level (higher or lower levels are stated in the individual degree descriptions). Certificates equivalent to DSH-2: German Abitur, Deutsches Sprachdiplom KMK Level II (DSD II), Goethe certificate C2 (GDS), TestDaF with at least TDN 4 in all four sections, assessment test of a German Studienkolleg (subject German), telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule with 'satisfactory' or better. Applicants without DSH-2 can still apply with lower certificates (e.g. onSET-Deutsch B2 core area, telc B2/C1, TestDaF 2x4+2x3, OESD B2, DSH-1) and are then invited to the DSH test at JGU; preparatory German courses at ISSK start from B1 (onSET min 74) or B2 (onSET min 106) and end with the DSH examination.

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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

If not on high school diploma, must pass state Latin exam (Ergaenzungspruefung)

Entrance Tests & Assessments

Teaching aptitude and interest in working with students required

Additional Requirements

Greek (Graecum) required by start of 5th semester
Interest in classical languages and Roman antiquity texts required

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

Locations

Mainz

Subject Groups

Languages & Humanities

Study Fields

Latinistik

Study Forms

Vollzeit

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz welcomes international applicants for its B.A. in Latein (Beifach) in Mainz. You will typically need a recognised secondary school certificate (or equivalent), language proficiency documentation, and a complete application package. GradGermany guides you through every step.

The programme runs for 6 semesters (approximately 3 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.

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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