Finno-Ugrian Studies (M.A.)

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You have a Bachelor degree in Finno-Ugrian Philology and are looking for an opportunity to expand your competences in this subject? Within the framework of the M.A. programme Finno-Ugrian Studies you can expand and deepen your previous knowledge in the field of Finno-Ugric languages and cultures.

Programme:: Finno-Ugrian Studies
Degree:: Master of Arts (M.A.)
Language of the programme:: German
Standard period of study:: 4 semesters
Start:: winter semester only
Admission:: open

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The object of the Finno-Ugrian Studies programme is the acquisition of knowledge about the language and culture of the Finno-Ugrian peoples of the Baltic-Scandinavian, Middle and Eastern European and Western Siberian regions, especially the Estonians, the Finns, the Hungarians, as well as the Saami and the related peoples living within the Russian Federation.

The goal of the M.A. programme is the further development of the ability to do scientific work independently, the deepening of the knowledge of Finno-Ugrian linguistics and culture and the enhancement of the language skills already acquired during the B.A. programme.

Research and study focus in Göttingen

The subject Finno-Ugrian Studies in Göttingen is characterised by fact that two of the major Finno-Ugrian languages and the cultures of their respective speakers are taught with equal priority thanks to separate teaching units.

The research foci are on history of science, language contact, and the specific history of the Finno-Ugrians as a whole, with special attention to the Estonian region and the languages of the Wolga and Kama regions.

Occupational fields

The professions suitable for M.A. graduates mainly belong to the practical intercultural field (e.g. translator, creative artist with a special focal theme). Depending on the specific objective, additional training in the areas of translating, history and political sciences, intercultural communication, literature, or comparative studies may be necessary. The M.A. also qualifies for an academic career.

Related and consecutive programmes

Related programmes

Turkology/Turkish Studies (M.A.)

Consecutive/graduate programmes

Humanities (Dr./PhD)

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Structure

This degree programme can be studied in 3 different profiles.

Single Honours MA totalling 78 credits (Mono-master)
Joint Honours MA totalling 42 credits in combination with one module package (minor) totalling 36 credits
Joint Honours MA totalling 42 credits in combination with two module packages (minors) totalling 18 credits each

You can apply for one study profile.

Five modules totalling 36 credits are to be completed. They provide in-depth knowledge in Finno-Ugrian linguistics and cultural studies.

Basic Issues in Finno-Ugrian Studies (M.Fin.01, 10 C)
Culture of Finno-Ugrian peoples (M.Fin.02a, 7 C)
Finno-Ugrian Linguistics (M.Fin.08, 8C)
Minor Language II (M.Fin.09, 4C)
Selected Aspects of Finnougristic Linguistics or Cultural Studies (M.Fin.17, 7C)

Scope: 36 Credits

In the elective area, you deepen the technical language knowledge of your first language and expand your competences in the second language in the area of language practice and grammar. There are seven modules to be completed.

Scope: 42 Credits

Two modules totalling 17 credits are to be completed. They provide in-depth knowledge in Finno-Ugrian linguistics and cultural studies.

Basic Issues in Finno-Ugrian Studies (M.Fin.01, 10 C)
Culture of Finno-Ugrian peoples (M.Fin.02a, 7 C)

Scope: 17 Credits

Scope: 25 Credits

You are free to fill this area with modules of your choice from the permissible range. University of Göttingen offers a wide range of qualification courses in various competence areas.

Scope: 12 Credits

In the Master’s thesis, you will be applying your acquired subject-related, methodological and theoretical competencies by independently working on a linguistic or literary topic.

Scope: 30 Credits

You will be taking an interdisciplinary approach and selecting two module packages from an external subject or from another Romance discipline.

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Scope: 36 Credits

You will be taking an interdisciplinary approach and selecting two module packages from an external subject or from another Romance discipline.

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Scope 18 Credits

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Previous studies

B.A. degree or comparable degree
Subject relevance:
- academic achievement in Finno-Ugrian Studies or Uralic Studies comprising at least 60 credits, including at least 8 credits in the form of basic active knowledge in a second Finno-Ugrian language, or
- academic achievement in Estonian, Finnish or Hungarian Studies comprising at least 60 credits, including at least 24 credits in Finno-Ugrian Studies or Uralic Studies as well at least 8 credits in the form of basic active knowledge of a second Finno-Ugrian language.

Language requirements

Applicants must possess knowledge of the Estonian, Finnish or Hungarian language including comprehensive knowledge of the grammatical structure of the respective language, as well as comprehension of texts of medium difficulty, and be able to communicate in complex discussions, and on topics from selected areas of regional and cultural studies.

Proof is to be furnished by presenting evidence of successfully completed language courses at universities, if available, or by a university entrance qualification certificate from a school where the respective language is the language of instruction.

If your native language is not German, you must demonstrate sufficient knowledge of the German language at level C1

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