Ancient Greek Language and Literature
Philipps-University of Marburg
Course Overview
Philipps-University of Marburg
Ancient Greek Language and Literature
Marburg
Bachelor of arts
German
Winter semester only
6 semesters
No admission restriction
Why Choose This Program?
Course Description & Modules
Course Description
Area of Study: Greek Studies, Ancient Studies, General Linguistic Science, Linguistics Focus: Teaching of content-related and methodological skills in the field of ancient Greek literature and its reception in the Middle Ages and modern era, Acquisition and consolidation of necessary language skills, Work with central texts of antiquity, on which science, literature and philosophy are based in various cultural traditions, Overview of ancient literature from Homer to late antiquity and familiarisation with the most important genres and philosophical currents, Basic training in general and historical linguistics and cultural studies, Learning the ability of a methodically guided interpretation of ancient texts.
Admission Requirements & Process
Application Process
german Students
Apply via the university's Marvin portal during the specified application periods.
european Students
Apply via the university's Marvin portal during the specified application periods.
international Students
Apply through uni-assist during the specified application periods.
Language Requirements
Main Language
GERMAN
Language Requirements
German
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| TestDaF | Level 4 in all sections |
| DSH | DSH-2 |
| Goethe-Zertifikat | C2 |
English
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 72 |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
| PTE | 59 |
Program Languages
Main: German
Application Deadlines & How to Apply
winter semester
German Students
Deadline: 15 August
How to Apply: Apply via the university's Marvin portal during the specified application periods.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 15 August
How to Apply: Apply via the university's Marvin portal during the specified application periods.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 15 August
How to Apply: Apply through uni-assist during the specified application periods.
summer semester
German Students
Deadline: 15 February
How to Apply: Apply via the university's Marvin portal during the specified application periods.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 15 February
How to Apply: Apply via the university's Marvin portal during the specified application periods.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 15 February
How to Apply: Apply through uni-assist during the specified application periods.
Scholarships at Philipps-University of Marburg
DAAD-Prize for Outstanding International Students
Awarded by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Eligibility: International students at the University of Marburg with special academic achievements and remarkable social or intercultural commitment.
Deadline: Not provided
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Awarded by: German Academic Scholarship Foundation (Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes)
Eligibility: Doctoral students with outstanding academic performance and social commitment, regardless of their subject, place of study, or worldview.
Deadline: Rolling admission
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Awarded by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Eligibility: International doctoral students nominated by a structured graduate school program at a German university.
Deadline: Rolling admission
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Awarded by: Friedrich Naumann Foundation
Eligibility: International students and doctoral candidates pursuing a full-time degree at a state or state-recognized university in Germany who demonstrate social and political engagement and a liberal outlook.
Deadline: 30 April and 31 October
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Awarded by: Friedrich Ebert Foundation
Eligibility: International students and doctoral candidates from countries of the Global South who are already studying in Germany and demonstrate socio-political commitment and identify with the values of social democracy.
Deadline: Rolling admission
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