Linguistics

This well-established two-year international Master's programme (on average 75% of the programme participants are international students) is designed for students interested in a more in-depth study of theoretical and descriptive linguistics. It creates a solid basis for linguistic analysis and comparison. A wide variety of seminars and lectures is offered in different areas:

• Language Theories and Traditions in Linguistic Thinking
• Grammar (of European Languages)
• (European) Varieties and Minority Languages
• (European) Language History
• Language and Interaction
• Language and Cognition

Additional research modules include an internship, a conference visit, and classes on research design.

Educational organisation

For more detailed information, see:
http://portal.uni-freiburg.de/germanistik/studium/studiengang/master/MEL/master-el
http://paul.igl.uni-freiburg.de/MEL/en/

Study abroad unit(s)

The integration of a study abroad unit is possible.

Forms of assessment

Written exams (papers), Master's thesis, final oral examination

Course objectives

Graduates of the Master's programme in Linguistics/Linguistik are familiar with different theoretical approaches to the study of language and have learned to critically assess and compare these approaches. They have acquired a deep knowledge of the structure, history and use of (European) languages and their non-standard varieties from a comparative and typological perspective. They have gained a sophisticated understanding of the language-external (social, political) conditions under which communication takes place. Graduates of the programme are able to design, implement and present linguistic research according to the highest professional standards. They have enhanced their practical language skills in up to three European languages and have gained hands-on experience of empirical linguistic research abroad.

Language requirements

German: CEFR C1, English: CEFR C1

Required DSH / TestDaF

Yes

Academic requirements

Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in linguistics or philology with a focus area in linguistics

Enrolment fees

Approx. 150 EUR per semester
The fee includes a semester ticket covering public transport in the Freiburg area.

Costs of living

Participants must make sure in good time that sufficient funds are available to finance their participation in a course of study. The average cost of living in Freiburg for one month is currently approx. 800-900 EUR. Some details:

• Student accommodation costs approx. 280-450 EUR (monthly).
• Private expenses amount to around 350 EUR (monthly).
• Health insurance is available for approx. 45-90 EUR (monthly).
• Transport: A special student fare for regional transport costs approx. 89 EUR (per semester).

Services and support for international students

In addition to services and support offered by each coordinator of a course of study, the International Office organises a special four-day orientation session, which generally takes place two weeks before the beginning of the semester. This orientation session includes information about various aspects of everyday life (e.g. accommodation, work opportunities, etc.), presentations and visits to important institutions (e.g. the university library), and opportunities for socialising with other international students. During the semester, the "International Club", coordinated by the Studentenwerk (students' social services), offers a great variety of events, trips, and services for international students in cooperation with the International Office. Furthermore, the UNIKOS team, a group of international students who have been studying at Freiburg University for some time, give practical advice and can be approached for help in several languages.

Accommodation

As Freiburg is an attractive city, finding a suitable place to live can take a little time. Only a small number of students can be offered a room in a student dormitory. The Studentenwerk (students' social services) is in charge of the student dormitories. Applicants must expect a waiting period. In addition to these dormitories, several independent dormitories are listed on the university website. The Studentenwerk also offers a list of available private rooms and the International Office can be contacted for further assistance in finding accommodation (http://www.international.uni-freiburg.de).