Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.)

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Bremen, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman

120

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Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Bremen, DE.

About the program

Interdisciplinary program covering structural, social, cognitive, and technological aspects of language. Focuses on language diversity and unity, variability, social and cultural embedding, technological use, acquisition, loss, and processing, with both research and application orientation.

Focus: both

QS Linguistics 201-250

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18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€11,904.00

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Frequently asked questions

Is Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen online or in-person?: Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen is offered in-person.
How long does Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen take to complete?: Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What work-permit options follow Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen?: Post-completion work rights for Language Sciences / Sprachwissenschaften (M.A.) at University of Bremen: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)