Languages and Cultures of Southeast Asia
Universität Hamburg
Program Overview
The International Master's programme in Languages and Cultures of Southeast Asia offers a two-year programme exploring the languages and cultures of three regions: Indonesian and Malay Studies (also including the Philippines), Thai Studies (also including Lao Studies), and Vietnamese Studies. Furthermore, Thai Studies can also be studied as a regional specialisation in the MA programme in Buddhist Studies. Our programme targets German and international students, particularly BA graduates of Southeast Asian Studies programmes from around the world. The programme is taught in English and applicants must submit a certificate of English language proficiency equivalent to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Besides imparting intercultural skills, the programme focuses on the languages, cultures, histories, and societies of an important, culturally diverse, and dynamic Asian region. In accordance with the high academic standards of Universität Hamburg, students receive rigorous training in one of the programme’s three areas of concentration. The MA programme prepares students for both academic and practical careers as well as for doctoral programmes in Southeast Asian Studies. The MA graduate of our programme will have a profound knowledge of the cultures of the Southeast Asian region, of at least one of the languages taught, and will be trained in carrying out independent research and applying other critical academic skills.
EURFinancials
Financials
INFOIntakes and Duration
Intakes and Duration
Intake Season
Winter (October)
Duration
4 semesters
COCareer Outcomes
Career Outcomes
You can always explore various career paths after completing this program. The listed options are some of the most popular among graduates.
EURSalary Outlook
Salary Outlook
Typical range
€45,000 – €70,000 per year
Fresher, mid-level, and experienced ranges are linked to external sources so they stay auditable for applicants.
LANGLanguage & Exams
Language & Exams
Teaching Language
English
Applicants must submit a certificate of English language proficiency equivalent to the B2 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Indonesian and Malay Studies: Proof of competence in Bahasa Indonesia or Bahasa Malaysia with a minimum of 25 credit points (ECTS) is required. Native speakers do not need proof of competence. Thai Studies: Proof of competence in Thai with a minimum of 25 credit points (ECTS) is required. Native speakers do not need proof of competence. Vietnamese Studies: Proof of competence in Vietnamese with a minimum of 25 credit points (ECTS) is required. Native speakers do not need proof of competence.
REQRequirements
Requirements
Academic Admission
University degree Indonesian, Malay and Philippine Studies: A "Sprachen und Kulturen Südostasiens" Bachelor's degree (focus on Indonesian and Malay Studies, Filipino) or a comparable Bachelor's conferred by a German institution or officially recognised international academic institution. Thai Studies: A "Sprachen und Kulturen Südostasiens" Bachelor's degree (focus on Thai Studies) or a comparable Bachelor's conferred by a German institution or officially recognised international academic institution Vietnamese Studies: A "Sprachen und Kulturen Südostasiens" Bachelor's degree (focus on Vietnamese Studies) or a comparable Bachelor's of a German or officially recognised international academic institution or alternatively for all areas of concentration named above: a first qualifying degree conferred by a German institution or officially recognised international academic institution with a minimum of 15 credit points (ECTS) in the field of linguistics, literature, history, society or religion in Southeast Asia If you have not received your degree certificate yet, you can submit it by the end of the first semester of your Master’s programme.
APS Certificate
An APS certificate is required for applicants who have completed their qualifying education in India, China, or Vietnam.
IELTS Score
Not specified
Application Deadline
Application deadlines are subject to changes. Please refer to the above university course link for the most accurate information.
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