61 Humanities Degree Programs in Germany

The Master in Advanced European and International Studies focuses on European integration and global studies. This programme is offered in multiple cities: In one year, students study in three countries: Germany (Berlin), France (Nice) and Italy (Rome) or Turkey (Istanbul). They explore critical issues related to Europe and international relations through a multidisciplinary lens. The course is designed to provide insight into the complexities of governance, policy-making, and the socio-economic environment of Europe and beyond. Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in international organisations, government agencies, non-profits, and think tanks. Opportunities may also exist in diplomatic services, consulting, and academic research.

The Master's program Philosophy, Politics and Economics (PPE) at Witten/Herdecke University in Germany offers cutting-edge education at the intersection of the social sciences and philosophy. Unlike other Master's programs in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, the focus in Witten (Germany) is on the sound academic analysis of real-life problems in an increasingly interconnected world. It addresses the challenges of the 21st century in a globalized world.

The Freie Universität Berlin International Summer and Winter University (FUBiS) is an intensive, academic program through which students can earn credits that may be counted towards their degrees at their home institutions. Our winter sessions run for three weeks and take place in January.

The Double Degree programme is unique in Germany and an excellent opportunity to challenge yourself and develop your language talents in the best way possible. The Master’s degree programme in Conference Interpreting (Double Degree) takes four semesters. After two semesters at the International University SDI München, you can choose whether to transfer to Beijing Foreign Studies University

The relationship between Germany and China is continually growing closer due to economic ties. To cope with the constantly accelerating flow of information, languages professional are needed. The Bachelor’s degree programme in Translation Chinese trains you to become an expert in German-Chinese communication.

The Master in Advanced European and International Studies focuses on Applied European Policy and Governance Studies from three vibrant cities: Nice, Brussels and Berlin. The programme delves into key aspects of European and international policy frameworks, encouraging students to engage with real-world governance issues through a hands-on approach. Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue diverse career paths, including roles in government agencies, international organisations, NGOs and the private sector. You might also consider positions related to policy analysis, diplomacy, or consultancy, leveraging your expertise in European and international governance.

The master’s degree program Intercultural Communication and European Studies (ICEUS) qualifies students for an international career. It comprises course offers in the social sciences, politics, communication, and law. The program includes courses in the social sciences, political sciences, communication sciences, and law.

China is one of the oldest advanced civilisations and one of the largest economic powers in the world. Every fifth person speaks – and thinks in – Chinese. The Bachelor's degree programme in Modern Chinese Studies will make you a multilingual communication professional and specialist for China – without any prior knowledge of the Chinese language!

The Graduate School’s support concept for doctoral students is modelled on the well-established structure developed in the doctoral programme ‘Manuscript Cultures’, which started with the SFB 950 ‘Manuscript Cultures in Asia, Africa and Europe’ in 2011.

In October 2016, the Faculty of Humanities will introduce the master's program in Jewish Philosophy and Religion. Over four semesters, students deal with philosophical and religious questions about Judaism and deepen their knowledge of Hebrew.

Enhance your Filmmaking skills, knowledge, and understanding with BIMM University’s practical CertHE Screen and Film. This one-year course offers an exciting opportunity for filmmakers to delve into their craft through engaging lectures, workshops, and the creation of a comprehensive creative portfolio exploring the vibrant city of Berlin. This course is available at  BIMM University Berlin (Germany) but is currently not available to international students who require sponsorship of a Student Route Visa. 

The MA program ‘Manuscript Cultures’ aims to convey within a one-year course (60 CP) central topics in the field of general manuscript research combined with specific skills. The course of studies promotes the independent, analytical handling of manuscripts, the cultural-scientific examination of the texts, images, notes, and diagrams contained therein, the scientific material analysis of the manuscripts, and the development of creative approaches for solving complex scientific and scholarly questions

MA Screenwriting is designed to enable you to develop the skills and understanding needed to work as a writer in today’s screen industries. You will gain advanced insight into the work of a screenwriter – a deep understanding of screen storytelling and professional scripts, working across a variety of screen platforms and industry contexts, writing short-form and feature-length scripts, the writer’s role as initiator and enabler, professional working practices and employment strategies.

The three-semester Master’s degree programme in Translation, offered in the language combinations German–English or German–Chinese, provides in-depth further education in the fields of translation or multilingual communication. The competence goals of the Master's degree programme are based on the European Master’s in Translation (EMT) and cover the areas of language and culture, translation, technology, service competence as well as media and business.