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Modern China Studies

University of Freiburg
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MA
Duration 24 months
Deadline Apr, 2027
Delivery On-campus
Location Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany
Language English, Chinese (Mandarin)

Program Overview

The Modern China Studies at University of Freiburg is a MA programme in Humanities taught in English, Chinese (Mandarin) over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Modern China Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Germany and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English, Chinese (Mandarin)
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 7
  5. Location: Freiburg, Germany

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Modern China Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.

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Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • B.A. in social sciences or humanities (graded good or above)
  • Knowledge of English equivalent to C1 (i.e. TOEFL iBT 100 or IELTS Band 7.0) and Chinese equivalent to B2 (i.e. HSK 4). (Knowledge of German is not required.) 

Please submit your complete application including the application form. We require a certified copy of certificates attesting to your language level and completed academic courses. Please note that the copy of each certificate must be certified by an official notary or university. Otherwise we will not be able to accept the certificates for the application process.

Since the admission commission will decide on the applications based on the application documents (e.g. the transcript of records) after the deadline, checking your material in advance is not possible.

English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

Apr, 2027

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Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany

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University Profile
  • Application Deadline Apr, 2027
  • Start Date Oct, 2026
  • Language English, Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Duration 24 months