BachelorGerman Philology (sub-programme of academic program Philology)
| Study location | Latvia, Riga |
|---|---|
| Type | Undergraduate, full-time |
| Nominal duration | 3 years (180 ECTS) |
| Study language | combined German/English |
| Awards | Bachelor (Bachelor of Humanities in Language Studies) |
| Course code | 22557 |
| Accreditation | Study program is licensed, will be accredited within two years |
| Tuition fee | €3,350 per year Please note that the tuition fee may change in 2025. |
|---|---|
| Application fee | €170 one-time The application fee is 170.00 EUR. The application fee is non-refundable. Payment of the application fee and the diploma recognition fee should be paid only after the receipt of the invoice and must be paid BY the deadline of the invoice, if for any reason you have failed to pay the fees by the said deadline please contact the admission coordinator. |
| Deposit | €500 one-time A one-time payment for students coming from third countries outside the EU/EEA is to be paid in full together with the full-year tuition fee payable upon arrival. The deposit is intended for coverage of possible immigration expenses and paid back upon request after graduation. |
| Entry qualification | High school / secondary education (or higher) Applicants applying for undergraduate degree studies are required to have completed their secondary /high school education. The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English / Latvian. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. Applicants must upload education documents in original language, as well as translations into English. You must take the original entry qualification documents with you when you finally go to the university. |
|---|
| Language requirements | English German Applicants must prove their English and German language knowledge Applicants must prove their German language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
German language proficiency must be provided, except in case if previous education is obtained in German. If previous education is obtained in German, an official letter from the school, where is stated that all your studies were in German medium, must be presented. Applicants must prove their English language knowledge. University accepts the following international language tests:
If your previous studies have been obtained in English but not in the country listed below, then you have to present an official letter from your previous educational institution (secondary school, etc.) where is stated that all your studies were in English (medium of instruction is English), and you have to pass interview where the University of Latvia will evaluate your language skills. Applicants who have obtained previous education in English in one of the bellow listed countries do not need to provide separate language proficiency: Internationally recognized foreign language certificate does not have to be presented if the foreigner has acquired secondary education in a country of the EU and the EEA or in the Swiss Confederation and in his secondary education certificate is included an assessment of foreign language skills, which are comparable to at least level B2 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). |
|---|
| Other requirements | The average grade of the secondary education document in all subjects must be at least 6 (on a 10-point scale). As a part of the admission process, applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview. |
|---|
| More information |
|---|
Overview
The sub-programme will be attractive to anyone interested in the German language and literature – not only in Germany, but also in other “German” countries and regions of Europe. Students will gain knowledge in German language and literature, as well as knowledge of Latvian cultural history as Germans had great importance in the history and culture of the entire Baltics. During their studies, students learn in-depth German as well as a second foreign language. Students are also offered professional orientation courses in translation and German language didactics.
The programme has been developed within the framework of the project “Design of Internationally Competitive Study Programmes Promoting the Development of the National Economy of Latvia at the University of Latvia” (project No. 8.2.1.0 / 18 / A / 015).
Programme structure
The full–time degree programme covers three academic years. Classes are mainly from 8.30 am till 6 pm on the working days.
Career opportunities
Job opportunities are wide: state and municipal institutions, foreign affairs departments, national embassies (cultural and/or public relations/media information specialist), media companies and publishing houses (editor, proofreader, advertising specialist), translation agencies, research institutions (language specialist, consultant ), libraries, museums (knowledge of language/literature materials, organizer of cultural/educational events), schools, language courses (teacher).