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Stephan Prochazka

Arabic Linguistics (master's programme)

What does Arabic sound like in Cairo, Rabat or Mosul – and why? This master's programme in Arabic Linguistics introduces you to key concepts in dialectology, historical linguistics and sociolinguistics, and immerses you in the Arabic language in all its variations.

  • The degree programme in a nutshell

    Overview
    Programme Code

    066 587

    Duration

    4 semesters

    Extent

    120 ECTS 

    Before admission

    Selection procedure

    Degree

    Master of Arts (MA)

    Contents

    Curriculum for the master's programme in Arabic Linguistics (PDF, only available in German) 

    Cost

    Tuition fee/Student's Union fee (per Semester)

    A selection procedure is conducted in the master's programme in Arabic Linguistics. Find a short overview at “The selection procedure” → 

  • The selection procedure

    Overview
    Application period

    Deadline for the academic year 2027/28 is to be announced. 

    Available places

    35

    Allocation of places

    Allocation by selection committee 

    Language

    Arabic and English (admission requirement)

    Requirements

    Read all details about the requirements for admission to and the selection procedure for this master's programme in the Master Access Guide (MAG). 

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    Please note: the selection procedure takes place only once per academic year! Only those who successfully participate in it and meet all admission requirements can start their studies. 

What is it about?

On the English-taught master's programme in Arabic Linguistics, you will conduct independent research into spoken varieties of Arabic. The programme focuses on data collection and analysis, as well as the description of grammatical structures and variation, using methods from dialectology, sociolinguistics, contact linguistics, typology and historical linguistics.

You will deepen your knowledge of dialect classification and development, become proficient in using specialist terminology and utilise the latest analytical tools. Through regional specialisation options, you will build on your existing knowledge of dialects and acquire new insights.

Gisela Kitzler

Insight into the course content

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What can you expect after your studies?

Continue studying or start your career straight away? After completing your masters programme, all paths are open to you. Whether you decide to pursue a doctoral/PhD degree or take the plunge into the world of work, the possibilities are endless. The following overview shows you what options you have and where you can find the right support.

Ian Ehm

Career profiles

  • Which careers are possible after this degree?

    hs. These include, for example:

    • Teaching and research
    • National and international organisations
    • Adult education
    • Speech recognition and automation
    • Integration work
    Ian Ehm

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