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    Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.)

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    Göttingen, DEMAIn-person2 yearsGerman
    120
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    Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Göttingen, DE.

    About the program

    Research-oriented program covering conceptual, theoretical, and methodological foundations of interculturality, language and culture description, and transmission in intercultural contexts. Focuses on applied linguistics, intercultural literature, and foreign language didactics with options in translating cultures, educational cultures, and intercultural language mediation.

    Focus: research

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    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    18 months job-seeker residence permit (Germany)

    €10,800.00
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    Frequently asked questions

    Is Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen online or in-person?
    Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen is offered in-person.
    How long does Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen take to complete?
    Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
    What GPA is required for Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen?
    Per the program's published guidance: 3.0 (befriedigend)
    What work-permit options follow Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen?
    Post-completion work rights for Interkulturelle Germanistik / Deutsch als Fremdsprache (M.A.) at University of Göttingen: 18 months job-seeker residence permit (Germany)