Ancient Languages and Cultures
University of Cologne
Course Overview
University of Cologne
Ancient Languages and Cultures
Köln
Master of arts
German
Summer winter semester
4 semesters
No admission restriction
Why Choose This Program?
Course Description & Modules
Course Description
Area of Study: Ancient History, Archaeology, Byzantine Studies Focus: Ancient History, Byzantine Studies, Greek Philology, Historical Comparative Linguistics, Latin Philology, Study of Medieval Latin language and literature, Papyrology, Epigraphics and Ancient Numismatics
Admission Requirements & Process
Application Process
german Students
Apply directly through the university's application portal.
european Students
Apply directly through the university's application portal.
international Students
Apply through uni-assist for preliminary review documentation (VPD), then submit the application via the university's portal.
Language Requirements
Main Language
GERMAN
Language Requirements
German
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| TestDaF | TDN 4 in all examination parts |
| DSH | DSH-2 |
English
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| TOEFL iBT | 95 |
| IELTS | 7.0 |
| PTE | 76 |
| Cambridge | C1 Advanced |
| TOEIC | Listening - 490, Reading - 455, Writing - 200, Speaking - 200 |
Program Languages
Main: German
Application Deadlines & How to Apply
winter semester
German Students
Deadline: 15 July
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's application portal.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 15 July
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's application portal.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 15 July
How to Apply: Apply through uni-assist for preliminary review documentation (VPD), then submit the application via the university's portal.
summer semester
German Students
Deadline: 15 January
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's application portal.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 15 January
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's application portal.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 15 January
How to Apply: Apply through uni-assist for preliminary review documentation (VPD), then submit the application via the university's portal.
Scholarships at University of Cologne
Cologne-Rotterdam EMBA Scholarships (e.g. Women for Leadership, Diversity, Pride in Business)
Awarded by: University of Cologne Business School
Eligibility: Partial scholarships for EMBA candidates based on various criteria, including leadership potential, diverse background, LGBTQ+ community membership, CSR accomplishments, or financial need. All applicants are automatically considered.
Deadline: Rolling admission
Apply NowPROMOS Scholarship
Awarded by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Eligibility: Students of the University of Cologne for study visits, internships, language and professional courses abroad.
Deadline: 30 April and 31 October
Apply NowNRW Scholarship Programme for students with a refugee background
Awarded by: State of North Rhine-Westphalia
Eligibility: Students with a refugee background, a foreign university entrance qualification, and who have been in Germany for no longer than five years.
Deadline: 15 January to 15 February and 15 July to 15 August
Apply NowDAAD Prize
Awarded by: German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD)
Eligibility: International students with outstanding academic achievements and remarkable social or intercultural commitment. Nomination by a professor is required.
Deadline: 31 July
Apply NowGraduation Scholarship for International Students (STIBET I)
Awarded by: DAAD (from funds of the Federal Foreign Office)
Eligibility: International students in the final phase of their studies (max. 12 months until graduation), with a good academic record and proven financial need.
Deadline: 15 January to 15 February and 15 July to 15 August
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