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Romanische Sprachen und Literaturen (Romance languages and literatures)

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program - Major Field

The Romance Languages and Literatures programme combines intensive study of at least two Romance languages with in-depth linguistic, literary, and cultural analysis. The programme offers exceptional breadth, allowing students to study up to six Romance languages while developing practical skills and academic understanding. Combining language, literary history, and cultural reflection, it provides diverse perspectives on the Romance-speaking world. Electives and a recommended semester abroad support individual profiling and intercultural competence. Students develop strong language skills, analytical thinking, and the ability to critically interpret complex texts and cultural phenomena. These skills prepare them for careers in cultural and educational institutions, media, publishing, international cooperation, or master’s in related fields.

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Standard Period of Study

6 semesters required for the full degree programme

Scope of services

180 ECTS-Points for the full degree programme

Language of instruction

German

Language requirements

German C1; French, Italian or Spanish B1

First semester

Programme start: Winter Semester

Admission: With special prerequisites for admission
Entrance examination
1. performance equivalent to level B1 of the CEFR in French, Italian or Spanish taken in at least two school semesters of the upper secondary school or a corresponding language examination passed at the level B1 of the CEFR and 2. knowledge of German equivalent to level C1 of the CEFR.

Non-EU citizens (who do not hold a German Abitur) are not eligible to take part in this selection process. Places are allocated within a quota of 8% of the total number of places, based on the average mark achieved in the university entrance qualification. However, the criteria for the entrance examination must be met.

Further information on the admission requirements can be found in the entrance examination statutes (see section "Statutes" below).

Application period: 1 June - 30 September

Higher semesters

Programme start: Winter and Summer Semester

Admission: Without special prerequisites for admission (free admission)

Application period: Winter Semester: 1 June - 30 September
Summer Semester: 1 December - 31 March
The information sheet for students in higher semesters contains all the relevant information.

Faculty affiliation

University admission requirements for the first semester and for higher semesters may change up to the start of the application period.

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