Japanese Studies at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf•Düsseldorf
- Degree type
- Master's Degree
- Subject
- Social Sciences, Humanities and Linguistics
- Language
- English & German (Mixed)
- Duration
- 4 semesters (~2 years)
- Tuition fee
- No tuition fee
- Minimum GPA
- 2.6
- English requirement
- C1
- German requirement
- B2
- Admission type
- Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Application method
- via uni-assist
- City
- Düsseldorf
- Winter deadline
- 15 August
- Summer deadline
- 15 February
At a glance
- Minimum GPA: 2.6
- English: C1
- German: B2
- Admission: Restricted (Numerus Clausus)
- Tuition: No tuition fee
Overview
The Japanese Studies is Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf’s Master's Degree offering in Social Sciences, Humanities and Linguistics, with instruction in English & German (Mixed). The curriculum balances core fundamentals with specialised modules, giving graduates a competitive, globally relevant profile.
To be considered, applicants typically need a competitive German GPA (around 2.6 or better), English at C1 level and German at B2 level. Admission to this program is restricted (numerus clausus). Applications are submitted via via uni-assist.
The program spans 4 semesters and charges no tuition fees (only a semester contribution may apply). Key application deadlines are 15 August for the winter intake and 15 February for the summer intake.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Modern Japanese studies or a comparable program with a minimum GPA of 2.6. Applicants need at least 26 ECTS credits in Japanese studies. Japanese proficiency must be at JLPT N2 level or higher.
Requirements can change, so always verify the latest details on the official program page before applying.
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