The Bachelor program in Deutsche Philologie combines literary and linguistic studies. In the initial phase, students acquire fundamental knowledge in various fields including modern and older German literature as well as linguistics. The curriculum allows for individual specializations through elective courses and internships, enabling students to tailor their qualifications to career goals or further studies.
In the Bachelor of German Philology, students explore key areas of modern and older German literature as well as linguistics, enhancing their understanding of language and literature. The curriculum includes topics like syntax, minority languages, and the sociocultural context of literature, providing a comprehensive view of German philology.
The program is structured over six semesters, encompassing foundational coursework followed by specialization options in various literary and linguistic fields. Students are required to complete two bachelor's theses from different study areas as part of their degree requirements.
Graduates of the program acquire essential skills for academic work, research, and teaching, as well as competencies in text processing, journalism, and cultural management. They develop a critical understanding of literary texts and linguistic structures, preparing them for diverse professional paths.
No tuition
EU/EEA students, within the standard study period (plus the ~€25 ÖH student union fee per semester).
€727 / semester
Non-EU / third-country rate. Always confirm on the official site.
€ 25,20 ÖH-Beitrag plus gegebenenfalls anfallende Studiengebühren im Umfang von € 363,36 bzw. € 726,72
Third-country (non-EU/EEA) applicants generally need to have their prior qualifications legalised and translated for the admission application. Exact rules depend on the country that issued each document — always confirm with the university's admissions office.
Program-specific items — a CV, letter of motivation, an entrance exam (e.g. GMAT, GRE, SAT) or a portfolio — vary by degree. Check this program's requirements above and its official page.
The level of legalisation your certificates need depends on your country of origin:
Apostille
If your country is part of the Hague Apostille Convention, an Apostille from the competent authority of the issuing country is sufficient.
No legalisation
A small number of countries have a bilateral agreement with Austria and need no further legalisation.
Full diplomatic legalisation
For all other countries: the full chain — pre-certification by the issuing country's authorities (e.g. Ministry of Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs), then legalisation by the competent Austrian representation (embassy/consulate).
Translations are usually done after legalisation. Check the required order with the issuing authorities and the Austrian representation.
After admission: proof of sufficient funds, health insurance and the student residence permit are part of the visa process — not university admission. We cover those in the guides.
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