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Germanistische Linguistik (Master)

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München · München (Munich), Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.)German120 ECTS2 yearsOn CampusFull-time

The Master of Arts (MA) program in Germanistische Linguistik (Master) offered at Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München in Germany specifically focusing on Germanistische Linguistik (Master), delivers specialized academic and professional education designed for career advancement. The curriculum covers core principles, theoretical concepts, and practical methodologies in germanistische linguistik (master), combining foundational theory with applied practical training. Students cultivate key professional skills in analytical reasoning, domain research, problem-solving, and applied skills in germanistische linguistik (master), empowering them to address modern industry demands. Graduates are prepared for careers as specialized professional...

Key facts

Tuition (EU / EEA students): 0 EUR tuition + Semesterbeitrag €97/semester (Studierendenwerk München Grundbeitrag, SS 2026; solidarity semester-ticket contribution suspended since WS 2023/24)
Tuition (Non-EU students): 0 EUR tuition (LMU charges no tuition fees for non-EU students in state-funded programmes – verified on LMU central 'Beiträge und Gebühren' page) + Semesterbeitrag €97/semester
Application deadlines (Non-EU students): 2027-01-15
Duration: 2 years
ECTS credits: 120
Language: German
Study format: On Campus
Starts: October 2027 (Winter semester); April 2027 (Summer semester)
Intake: Winter (October) + Summer (April)

Language requirements

Required proficiency

German at CEFR C1 minimum (admission requirement stated in the Zugangsdetails); full enrolment proof: DSH-2 / TestDaF 4×4 / telc Deutsch C1 Hochschule / DSD II / Goethe-Zertifikat C2 / ÖSD C2; PLUS English at CEFR B2

Admission requirements

Entry requirements

First qualifying degree (minimum 6-semester programme) in Germanistik/Deutsche Philologie/Deutsche Sprache und Literatur or a related field with final grade ≥2.50, including at least 40 ECTS (or equivalent credits) in the academic field of Germanistische Linguistik; departmental confirmation of qualification before enrolment

Required documents

German/EU applicants: direct enrolment documents (degree certificate, transcript, CV, language proofs) + qualification confirmation by the department; international applicants (International Office): admission application form, certificates + transcripts (certified copies, certified translations where necessary), CV, German C1 and English B2 proofs, APS for China/India/Vietnam

Application deadlines

Non-EU students

2027-01-15

EU: Enrolment within the LMU enrolment windows: summer semester 2027 (typically February/March 2027) and winter semester 2027/28 (typically September/October 2027); exact dates not officially published

Programme overview

DegreeMaster of Arts (M.A.)
Duration2 years
ECTS120
LanguageGerman
Study formatOn Campus
PaceFull-time
CountryGermany
FacultyFakultät für Sprach- und Literaturwissenschaften (Department für Deutsche Philologie – Germanistische Linguistik)

Official university

Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München

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What will it actually cost?

Tuition plus the legal minimum proof-of-funds for Germany, over 2 years of study.

EU & Non-EU	Tuition	Living	Total
EU & Non-EU	Fee not published	€23,808	needs the fee

Living-cost figure: €11,904/year — Blocked account (Sperrkonto), per German Federal Foreign Office ↗

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