Ancient Studies/Ancient Oriental Studies
Free University Berlin
Course Overview
Free University Berlin
Ancient Studies/Ancient Oriental Studies
Berlin
Bachelor of arts
German
Winter semester only
6 semesters
No admission restriction
Why Choose This Program?
Course Description & Modules
Course Description
Area of Study: Ancient Oriental Studies Focus: Languages, History and Culture of the Ancient Middle East
Admission Requirements & Process
Application Process
german Students
Apply directly through the university's online portal with required documents and qualifications.
european Students
Apply directly through the university's online portal with required documents and qualifications.
international Students
Submit applications via Uni-Assist with required documents, including language proficiency proofs and academic records.
Language Requirements
Main Language
GERMAN
Language Requirements
German
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| TestDaF | Level 4 in all four parts |
| DSH | DSH-2 |
| Goethe-Zertifikat | C1 |
English
| Test | Minimum Score / Level |
|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, with no part below 6.0 |
| TOEFL iBT | 100 |
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 online portal with required documents and qualifications.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 15 July
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's online portal with required documents and qualifications.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 15 July
How to Apply: Submit applications via Uni-Assist with required documents, including language proficiency proofs and academic records.
summer semester
German Students
Deadline: 15 January
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's online portal with required documents and qualifications.
European (EU) Students
Deadline: 15 January
How to Apply: Apply directly through the university's online portal with required documents and qualifications.
International (Non-EU) Students
Deadline: 15 January
How to Apply: Submit applications via Uni-Assist with required documents, including language proficiency proofs and academic records.
Scholarships at Free University Berlin
GEAS PhD Scholarships (Graduate School of East Asian Studies)
Awarded by: Graduate School of East Asian Studies
Eligibility: For doctoral candidates with a master’s degree in East Asian Studies (China, Japan, or Korea) or a related social science discipline with a clear focus on the region.
Deadline: Not provided
Apply NowScholarships from German Political and Religious Foundations (Begabtenförderungswerke)
Awarded by: Various German gifted student support foundations
Eligibility: For gifted students with excellent academic records and a high degree of social and political commitment. Criteria vary significantly by foundation.
Deadline: Not provided
Apply NowScholarships for Direct Exchange Programs
Awarded by: Freie Universität Berlin
Eligibility: For students participating in a direct exchange program with a partner university of Freie Universität outside of the Erasmus+ program.
Deadline: Not provided
Apply NowERASMUS+ Grant
Awarded by: European Union
Eligibility: For students planning a study semester or internship in an ERASMUS+ program country.
Deadline: 15 January and 15 July
Apply NowPROMOS Scholarship Program
Awarded by: DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service)
Eligibility: For students of Freie Universität Berlin for various short-term stays abroad (1-6 months), such as study, research, internships, or language courses, primarily outside the Erasmus+ area.
Deadline: 30 April and 30 November
Apply NowCareer Prospects after Ancient Studies/Ancient Oriental Studies
Job Opportunities
Research Opportunities at Free University Berlin
Cluster of Excellence: Contestations of the Liberal Script
Focuses on contemporary political challenges, offering students a platform to engage with groundbreaking research.
Collaborations with Global Institutions
Partnerships with institutions like Princeton University, Oxford University, and the Max Planck Society provide students access to a global research network.
Industry Collaboration
Opportunities for students in science programs to work alongside Berlin’s biotechnology and environmental science firms.