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A university degree program – what is it?

There are various pathways to higher education in Germany: Universities, Polytechnics/Colleges for applied sciences, as well as the dual system of vocational education.

A degree course at a university means an intensive multifaceted engagement with the fundamentals of research and science. It is fascinating, and it is a challenge. You get to know a subject area in all of its dimensions, and get the right qualifications for the most demanding of activities in many professional fields in economy, society, politics, culture, and science. You learn to reflect on the broad knowledge that you have acquired and integrate it, so that you can independently draw conclusions, and devise solutions to problems.

A university degree program requires motivation, the willingness to work, and self-responsibility. The time studying nevertheless offers lots of freedom, and the opportunity to expand your interest and develop your strengths outside of your subject area. You don’t only acquire subject-specific knowledge and competences – a university degree also opens up numerous opportunities to develop and grow as a person.

A university degree program offers you:

The following you’ll find rather via another educational pathway:
  • A sound basic education and relevant know-how for your future area of work
  • The ability to acquire skills for scientific work
  • Research related degree programs with renowned academics
  • Analysis and problem solving, overcoming floods of information through critical thinking, as well as the selecting of relevant facts and data
  • Autonomy and freedom, development of independence
  • Development of your personality
  • Various possibilities for further studies (Master and Ph.D.)
  • Good or very good career prospects and chances of promotion
  • Practical training which directly applies, for example, at a dual college/university (combination studies/business), or at a (specialist) University
  • An education, which qualifies for practical and skilled manual work, for example, within the scope of a work/training scheme (combination business/vocational college)

  • As a side: Your higher education entrance qualification does not expire. You can still study at the university after studying at a vocational/technical college, or after undertaking a dual study program/ work/training scheme. Furthermore, even without a higher education entrance qualification the possibility to study at the university after a dual study program/ work/training scheme, after several years of professional activity, is still possible.

 

The most important factor in being successful in your studies is the interest that you have in your subject. You can inform yourself about the courses that we offer below. If you have any further questions then we are happy to help.

 

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  • Ancient Civilization Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
  • Ancient Civilization Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Ancient Near Eastern Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
  • Ancient Near Eastern Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Ancient Near Eastern Studies - Living Environments in Past and Present, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The research-oriented program “Ancient Near Eastern Studies – Living Environments in Past and Present” focuses on the ways of life and living environments of the societies of the old Orient and their cultural, religious, economic, and political views. Since ancient Near Eastern studies is treated as an anthropological, social, cultural, and historical field in Freiburg, the program also touches on current and contemporary developments in the Near East. The analysis of current processes serves as a point of departure for building models and theories to reconstruct ancient Near Eastern societies. In addition, the in-depth study of (pre)historical societies provides a basis for reflecting on current developments. Students of the program are expected to acquire in-depth knowledge of the material culture of the ancient Near East, including its written legacy, and learn methods and theories for analyzing its context. Students of the research-oriented M.A. program “Ancient Near Eastern Studies – Living Environments in Past and Present” thus learn how to conduct independent research on topics with relevance for the field.
  • Applied Physics, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Applied Political Science, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    This is a joint degree program organized by the University of Freiburg and the Institut d’Etudes Politiques (IEP), Aix-en-Provence. The courses are taught in French at the Institut d’Etudes Politiques (IEP) in Aix-en-Provence and in German at the University of Freiburg. The degree is conferred by the University of Freiburg. The goal of the course of study is to provide students with the knowledge and abilities necessary for engagement with normative foundations, political processes, and decisions and for critical analysis of the functional logic of political institutions, processes, and systems. These skills are practiced within the context of a six-month internship. The field “applied political science“ encompasses the three subdisciplines of political science: “comparative political science,” “international politics,” and “political theory.” In addition, the program places special emphasis on comparative political culture. The interdisciplinary and comparative approach facilitates a rapid understanding of problems and allows students to orient themselves quickly in various topics. The academic and pedagogical experiences in the German and French higher education system offered by the program also promote the acquisition of cultural skills.
  • Applied Political Science, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Archaeological Sciences, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The B.A. program in Archaeological Sciences provides a solid grounding in the content, methods, and theories of archaeological research. It focuses both on archaeological records and monuments still located at their original site and objects from excavations and collections. The course of study covers Europe, the Mediterranean area, and the Near East in all periods, from the first appearance of humans to the early modern period. Students choose an emphasis in four of the following six archeological areas: prehistoric archaeology, Near Eastern archaeology, classical archaeology, archaeology of the Roman provinces, Christian archaeology and Byzantine art history, and early historical archaeology and the archaeology of the Middle Ages.
  • Archaeological Sciences, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The B.A. program in Archaeological Sciences provides a solid grounding in the content, methods, and theories of archaeological research. It focuses both on archaeological records and monuments still located at their original site and objects from excavations and collections. The course of study covers Europe, the Mediterranean area, and the Near East in all periods, from the first appearance of humans to the early modern period. Students choose an emphasis in four of the following six archeological areas: prehistoric archaeology, Near Eastern archaeology, classical archaeology, archaeology of the Roman provinces, Christian archaeology and Byzantine art history, and early historical archaeology and the archaeology of the Middle Ages.
  • Archaeological Sciences, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Art History, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The degree program focuses on works of architecture, painting, sculpture, applied arts, and new forms of art in Europe, North America, and societies influenced by these cultures. In addition, the program also includes the history of art and the history of the discipline of art history and its institutions (e.g., museums, preservation of historical monuments, research and educational institutions, exhibitions). The periods included in the program range from the Middle Ages to the present. Art history majors acquire a solid background in the fundamentals and specialized knowledge of the field as well as knowledge of its methods (e.g., identification, stylistic analysis, iconography, iconology), enabling them to cultivate a sensitivity for artistic forms of expression and an understanding of works and theories of art within the context of the historical conditions in which they were created. Students of the bachelor program learn to judge works of art independently on the basis of expert knowledge. Prerequisites for a successful course of study include excellent skills in the German language and good skills in English.
  • Art History, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The course of study focuses on skills and knowledge concerning the works and theory of visual art within the context of its historical conditions. One of the main goals of instruction is to impart methodological skills and a critically grounded sense of judgment, which may be seen as the most important qualities for practicing a profession related to art history. The minor field program provides students with a solid grounding in theoretical and practical aspects of the field, enabling them to enter into a profession in art history and extend their career opportunities.
  • Art History, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Biochemistry and Biophysics, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Bioinformatics and Systems Biology*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Bioinformatics and systems biology are young, up-and-coming, and demanding branches of science at the interface between computer science and the life sciences. Bioinformatics and systems biology are both closely connected with recent progress in biotechnology, molecular biology, and medicine. The master of science program in Bioinformatics and Systems Biology is a two-year interdisciplinary course of study aimed at especially qualified German and international students.

    The master’s program is planned as a consecutive course of study for graduates of a bachelor’s program in computer science with the minor field bioinformatics – like that offered at the University of Freiburg. However, the program is also open to external applicants who possess equivalent qualifications in a field of the natural sciences. The goal of the program is to teach students the methodology of bioinformatics and systems biology and strengthen their background knowledge in areas of biology and computer sciences relevant for these fields.
  • Biology*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    Biology is a natural science that did not develop into a unified, exact, and experimental science until the 20th century. Since this time, biological research has concentrated primarily on finding universal principles and laws for living things. Biology is divided into the following areas of teaching and research: biochemistry (of plants), botany (plant physiology), botany (functional morphology and bionics), bioinformatics (only as minor field), developmental biology of animals, evolutionary biology and ecology of animals, genetics and molecular biology, geobotany, limnology, microbiology, molecular immunology, neurobiology and biophysics, neurobiology and animal physiology, plant biotechnology, and cell biology. In keeping with the requirements of the teaching education program, the curriculum aims to include the entire spectrum of the field. In contrast to students of the bachelor of science program, students preparing for the state examination for secondary education are not required to choose an area of specialization but may decide for themselves whether to concentrate on a specific area in their elective courses.
  • Biology, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Biology is a natural science that developed into an exact experimental science in the 20th century. The main goal of biological research is to find universal scientific principles and laws living organisms are subject to. The course of study in Biology in Freiburg provides a solid scientific grounding in biology with a very broad spectrum of course offerings and attractive possibilities for acquiring a specialization.
  • Biology, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Biology, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The M.Sc. program provides an advanced education in biology in a broad spectrum of areas, reflecting the great diversity of research conducted at Freiburg’s Faculty of Biology. This spectrum includes both all kinds of organisms and all levels of observation and complexity studied within the context of the biological sciences (from molecular structures, cells, tissue, and organs to organisms, ecosystems, and complex evolutionary processes).

    The master’s program is research-oriented and trains students to conduct experimental scientific research.
  • Biology, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    Biology is a natural science that did not develop into a unified, exact, and experimental science until the 20th century. Since this time, biological research has concentrated primarily on finding universal principles and laws for living things. Biology is divided into the following areas of teaching and research: biochemistry (of plants), botany (plant physiology), botany (functional morphology and bionics), bioinformatics (only as minor field), developmental biology of animals, evolutionary biology and ecology of animals, genetics and molecular biology, geobotany, limnology, microbiology, molecular immunology, neurobiology and biophysics, neurobiology and animal physiology, plant biotechnology, and cell biology. In keeping with the requirements of the teaching education program, the curriculum aims to include the entire spectrum of the field.
  • Biomedical Sciences (Continuing Education Program), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • British and North American Cultural Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The Master of Arts in British and North American Cultural Studies focuses on the theory and practice of English-speaking cultures in Great Britain and North America. This means that we study the world of Shakespeare just as much as the world of Walt Disney, and we work with the textual technologies and media products as well as theoretical and methodological concepts which have been developed and proliferated in the past few decades.
  • Business Administration (Public and Non-Profit-Management), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Business Administration (Public and Non-Profit-Management), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    The first four semesters of the bachelor’s program in Business Administration (Public and Non-Profit Management) provide a general overview of public management and non-profit management as well as basic skills in the principles and methods of business administration and economics. In the fifth and sixth semesters, students acquire more advanced skills in business administration and the complementary skills in economics, with a special emphasis on the area of public and non-profit enterprises and organizations. Parallel to their field-specific courses, students acquire transdisciplinary key qualifications, such as techniques of academic writing, foreign language skills, and teamwork and cooperation. 365 Volkswirtschaftslehre Economics Students of the M.Sc. program in Economics acquire the advanced analytical skills necessary to explore complex economic and societal issues. In addition to knowledge concerning the current economic situation, students develop the ability to identify, to structure, to analyze, and finally to solve problems in a variety of areas of application. Students are expected to acquire wide-ranging specialized knowledge and methodological competence, enabling them to launch successful careers as responsible decision makers in politics, business, and research. The M.Sc. program in economics is divided into the areas economic theory, economic policy, public finance, business administration, quantitative methods, and business informatics. It thus forms a seamless continuation of the B.Sc. program in Economics.
  • Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Business administration focuses on the functions and decision-making processes involved in running a company or business. This includes the basic choice of a location, the legal form and organizational structure of the company, the management of production, human resources development, and decisions on investments and financing. Other important components of business administration are cross-departmental tasks like marketing and internal communication, control and coordination of business activities, internal and external reporting, questions of taxation, and information management.
  • Catalan*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Catalan focuses on the Catalan literature and language in Spain, France, Andorra, and Italy. Students are also expected to acquire solid basic skills in speaking, writing, and translation. In addition, students learn practical skills such as methods of information collection, enabling them to prepare their own oral presentations and research papers and communicate them in an understandable and effective form using modern technical aids (e.g., PowerPoint).
  • Catholic Theology - Systematic Theology and the History of Theology*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    This course of study is intended for students of bachelor’s programs who are majoring in a field at another faculty and would like to minor in an area from the field of Catholic theology. The minor field program consists of three modules: foundations of theology, area of specialization, and supplementary area. The foundations module includes introductory courses on the history of the Bible, the Church, and religion, as well as systematic theology. After passing the orientation examination (introduction to the Old Testament, introduction to the New Testament, introduction to Christian doctrine), students begin work on their chosen area of specialization: Christian philosophy of religion, fundamental theology, dogmatic theology, or moral theology. Finally, for the supplementary module students are required to take a seminar in a neighboring discipline of their area of specialization. The purpose of the field of Catholic theology is to conduct academic study into the Christian understanding of faith, which is based on the historical revelation of God in the Old and New Testament and the interpretation of this revelation by the church community. The various subdisciplines of the field (Biblical theology, ecclesiastical history, philosophy, systematic and practical theology) provide a wealth of critical methods for reflecting on faith. Since a course of study in theology touches on issues of literary and historical studies, art and cultural history, philosophy, the social sciences, and law, a minor in Catholic Theology can serve as an excellent complement to a variety of major fields.
  • Catholic Theology – Ecclesiastical Examination, Ecclesiastical Examination – 1 field degree program,
    The degree program provides a comprehensive grounding and advanced knowledge in all theological disciplines. Students learn to use this knowledge to answer questions concerning the meaning of human life using clear language. They acquire the skills necessary to discuss these questions one on one with individuals seeking pastoral care. They also learn how to take a theologically grounded position on public debates, for instance on the role of religion in society or on ethical and social issues. Theologians are also increasingly called upon to engage in intercultural and interreligious dialogue with representatives of other religious communities. The program includes a free year (Large Externitas) in which priesthood candidates study for two semesters at an external faculty of theology. The Externitas offers candidates the chance to become familiar with another faculty of theology, another local church, and another societal, political, and cultural situation. Another component of the course of study leading to the Ecclesiastical Examination is the practical semester, which consists of an combined parish and school internship.
  • Catholic Theology*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The purpose of the field of Catholic theology is to conduct academic study into the Christian understanding of faith, which is based on the historical revelation of God in the Old and New Testament and the interpretation of this revelation by the church community. The various subdisciplines of the field (biblical theology, ecclesiastical history, philosophy, systematic and practical theology) provide a wealth of critical methods for reflecting on faith. The curriculum touches on issues of literary and historical studies, art and cultural history, philosophy, the social sciences, and law. Students of Catholic theology learn to approach basic theological data from an academic perspective, to act appropriately and cooperatively in the areas of school, church, and society out of a sense of theological responsibility, and to teach these abilities to others. In addition to the traditional subdisciplines biblical, historical, and systematic theology, the teacher education program places emphasis on the pedagogy of religion, which also involves knowledge of the foundations of religious life and learning. The student of the teacher education program, who will subsequently represent the subject of Catholic religion at public secondary schools in Germany, is familiarized with the psychological concepts of religious learning and the teaching methodology of theology through theoretical training and concrete teaching practice.
  • Catholic Theology, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Catholic Theology, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Catholic Theology, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Catholic Theology, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
  • Catholic Theology: Practical Theology*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    This course of study is intended for students of bachelor’s programs who are majoring in a field at another faculty and would like to minor in an area from the field of Catholic theology. The minor field program consists of three modules: foundations of theology, area of specialization, and supplementary area. The foundations module includes an introduction to Biblical and systematic theology as well as an introductory course in practical theology. After passing the orientation examination (introduction to the Old Testament, introduction to the New Testament, introduction to Christian doctrine), students begin work on their chosen area of specialization: Catholic welfare studies and Christian social work, Christian social studies, ecclesiastical law and the legal history of the Church, pastoral theology, or religious education and catechetics. Finally, for the supplementary module students are required to take a seminar in a neighboring discipline of their area of specialization. The purpose of the field of Catholic theology is to conduct academic study into the Christian understanding of faith, which is based on the historical revelation of God in the Old and New Testament and the interpretation of this revelation by the church community. The various subdisciplines of the field (Biblical theology, ecclesiastical history, philosophy, systematic and practical theology) provide a wealth of critical methods for reflecting on faith. Since a course of study in theology touches on issues of literary and historical studies, art and cultural history, philosophy, the social sciences, and law, a minor in Catholic theology can serve as an excellent complement to a variety of major fields.
  • Catholic Welfare Studies and Christian Social Studies*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The Master Program Caritas Science and Christian Social Ethics is research oriented and consecutive. Caritas Science does theological and interdisciplinary research in and reflects on theory and practice of Caritas and other organizations of public, free and private social welfare. Christian Social Ethics offers the framework of theories of justice for basic and situational questions of social ethics. The program serves the students to acquire of specific knowledge and competences in the fields of theology and related disciplines. Students acquire and improve caritas scientific and ethical competences (both individual and social ethics) as well as communicative skills. In addition, the interdisciplinarilly organized program offers knowledge and competences as to theory and practice of social work as well as law and management in the social field. It enables students to do research in this field empirically as well as conceptionally in this field on theological and interdisciplinary bases.
  • Catholic Welfare Studies and Ethics, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The Master Program Caritas Science and Ethics is research oriented and consecutive. Caritas Science does theological and interdisciplinary research in and reflects on theory and practice of Caritas and other organizations of public, free and private social welfare. Christian Social Ethics offers the framework of theories of justice for basic and situational questions of social ethics. The program serves the students to acquire of specific knowledge and competences in the fields of theology and related disciplines. Students acquire and improve caritas scientific and ethical competences (both individual and social ethics) as well as communicative skills. In addition, the interdisciplinarilly organized program offers knowledge and competences as to theory and practice of social work as well as law and management in the social field. It enables students to do research in this field empirically as well as conceptionally in this field on theological and interdisciplinary bases.
  • Catholic-Theological Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 1 field degree program,
  • Catholic-Theological Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Chemistry*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The goal of the degree program is to prepare students for a career as a secondary-school chemistry teacher. The chemistry teacher must be capable of conveying the foundations and recent findings of chemistry at a level of abstraction appropriate to secondary school students and providing them insight into the significance of chemistry for everyday life. Chemistry class should impart secondary school students with an understanding of the great significance of chemistry for problems humanity is confronted with today, such as insufficient resources and energy, illness and disease, overpopulation, but also the dangers chemical technology can pose for the environment and ecology. The curriculum is geared toward these goals: The first phase of the program focuses on the theoretical foundations of chemistry in the three subdisciplines inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry as well as on the necessary basic skills in mathematics and physics. In addition to theoretical training, great emphasis is placed on the practical application of knowledge in the laboratory. Roughly the same amount of time is devoted to practical and theoretical training. A passion for experimentation and sufficient manual skills are thus essential preconditions for taking up a course of study in chemistry.

    The second phase of the program includes courses designed to extend students’ knowledge in specific areas and introduce them to issues concerning the industrial applications of chemistry as well as courses on the theory and methodology of teaching that provide them insight into their future career as chemistry teachers.
  • Chemistry, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
  • Chemistry, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Chemistry, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The master of science in Chemistry is a four-semester program. In the first two semesters students take advanced courses in the areas of chemistry in which they do not intend to write their master’s thesis, and in the last two semesters they take courses in the area in which they are writing their thesis as well as in neighboring areas. Students write their master’s thesis during the fourth semester. The curriculum consists of four modules. The student’s grade for each module is made up of a practical examination and an oral examination. The new interdisciplinary module “Methods and Concepts” includes courses from both chemistry and neighboring fields (e.g., physics, biology, microsystems engineering). The degree program is characterized by an interdisciplinary approach and the opportunity to gain experience abroad. Students are allowed to complete some of their coursework at other faculties of the university or at research institutes abroad. This work is recognized in full as credit toward the degree.
  • Chemistry, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The goal of the degree program is to prepare students for a career as a secondary-school chemistry teacher. The chemistry teacher must be capable of conveying the foundations and recent findings of chemistry at a level of abstraction appropriate to secondary school students and providing them insight into the significance of chemistry for everyday life. Chemistry class should impart secondary school students with an understanding of the great significance of chemistry for problems humanity is confronted with today, such as insufficient resources and energy, illness and disease, overpopulation, but also the dangers chemical technology can pose for the environment and ecology. The curriculum is geared toward these goals: The first phase of the program focuses on the theoretical foundations of chemistry in the three subdisciplines inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry as well as on the necessary basic skills in mathematics and physics. In addition to theoretical training, great emphasis is placed on the practical application of knowledge in the laboratory. Roughly the same amount of time is devoted to practical and theoretical training. A passion for experimentation and sufficient manual skills are thus essential preconditions for taking up a course of study in chemistry. The second phase of the program includes courses designed to extend students’ knowledge in specific areas and introduce them to issues concerning the industrial applications of chemistry as well as courses on the theory and methodology of teaching that provide them insight into their future career as chemistry teachers.
  • Chinese, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Chinese, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
  • Classical and Christian Archaeology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Classical and Christian Archaeology provides a solid grounding in the content, methods, and theories of Classical and Christian archaeology, i.e., the archaeology of Greek and Roman antiquity between the late Bronze Age and late antiquity, including the Byzantine Empire. It focuses on the material remains of the Greek, Roman, late antique, and Byzantine material and image cultures: both archaeological records and monuments still located at their original site and objects from excavations and collections. The educational goal is to teach basic skills in archaeology, art history, and cultural history. The methodological, transepochal, and cultural orientation of the minor field program makes it an excellent complement to the B.A. major field programs in History, Greek Studies, Art History, Latin Studies, and Ancient Near Eastern Studies.
  • Classical Cultures, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Classical Philology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
  • Classical Philology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Classical Philology, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Clinical Psychology, Neurosciences and Rehabilitation Sciences*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    This psychological master’s program focuses on research and praxis on children, youths, and adults in the fields of biopsychology, clinical psychology, neuropsychology, and rehabilitation psychology. These four areas of concentration enable students to acquire well-founded and extensive skills in various fields of research and praxis in clinical psychology. Curriculum clinical psychology (e.g., diagnostics, counseling, and psychotherapy for children, youths, and adults on anxiety disorders, depressions, eating disorders, etc.) neuropsychological procedures and functional imaging for brain function disorders and changed states of consciousness psychobiological mechanisms and diagnostics for psychological disorders (e.g., stress-related disorders, social interaction disorders) rehabilitation psychology (e.g., counseling and psychotherapy for patients with tumor diseases, chronic pain, heart attack) research methods and consolidation of basic knowledge in psychology project work, fall seminar, master’s thesis Graduates of the program are qualified for… psychological work with children, youths, and adults in the areas of clinical psychology, clinical neurosciences, and rehabilitation psychology (e.g., diagnostics, preparation of expert’s opinions, counseling); research into the foundations and applications of clinical psychology, clinical neurosciences, rehabilitation psychology, and psychotherapy; enrollment in qualification programs for psychological psychotherapy as well as child and youth psychotherapy. Postgraduate Training Graduates of the master’s program can go on to complete a postgraduate training program in child and youth psychotherapy (FAKiP GmbH) or psychological psychotherapy (FAVT) in Freiburg.
  • Cognitive Psychology, Learning and Work*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    This thematically broad degree program leads from theoretical foundations to practice. It focuses on cognition, emotion, interaction, and communication, often in particular fields of application, such as learning with new media, human resources development, or teamwork in organizations. The teachers of the program have received multiple awards for their instruction and research. Students of the program learn how to work with scientific findings and methods independently in various professions. Graduates find positions in research, training and continuing education, school psychology, human resources and organizational development, and in freelance professions. They can also go on to complete a course of study in psychotherapy.
  • Cognitive Science*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Cognitive Science, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The main components of the curriculum for a minor in Cognitive Science include: cognitive architectures, i.e., the structural and functional organization of biological and technical systems that are capable of cognitive activity, as well as the foundations of – and problems understanding – cognition as information processing; the representation and organization of general and domain-specific knowledge as well as learning processes involved in the acquisition of knowledge and inference processes involved in the use of knowledge; the processing of natural language as it pertains to information processing as well as perception and sensorimotor processes (control of action); applied cognitive science: human-computer interaction; computerized learning systems; the technology of knowledge-based systems: artificial intelligence programming (“expert systems”) and knowledge engineering; as well as concepts for applying and evaluating “intelligent” computer systems as a further related area. The goals of the course of study are the acquisition of methodological skills from the humanities and the empirical sciences to the extent that they are necessary for research in cognitive science and, in particular, mastery of the methods of cognitive modeling, including programming techniques of artificial intelligence (AI), the acquisition of a broad knowledge base in general cognitive science in combination with specialized knowledge in one of the subdisciplines named above, and the integration and practice of cognitive analysis and modeling of representations and processes in cognitive systems through project work.
  • Comparative History of Modern Age, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Computer Science*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    Computer science is the science of systematic information processing, particularly automatic processing with the help of computers. The core concept of computer science is the algorithm, a procedure for solving a class of problems that can be described in formal terms and reproduced mechanically. As a foundational discipline and an applied science, computer science influences and has had an impact on the recent development of almost all domains of academia and society. A course of study in computer science is thus suitable for students interested in the humanities and the social sciences as well as for those interested in mathematics and the natural sciences. The most important subdisciplines of computer science are:
    - Theoretical Computer Science: Central questions include the description and study of computers and formal languages as well as the complexity of calculations.
    - Practical Computer Science: Objects of study include methods of writing programs and concrete development environments with program translators, information systems, and simulators.
    - Applied Computer Science: This subdiscipline investigates possibilities for the automatization of activities in various domains. The methods applied for the development of program systems are taken primarily from engineering.
    - Computer Science and Society: This subdiscipline studies the effects of the use of information technology on society.
  • Computer Science, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    To create robots that work independently, computers that learn to understand images, mind-controlled prostheses or algorithms that are getting faster and smarter - that's how exciting and diverse computer science is in Freiburg. We teach and research on topics that will shape our everyday lives in the future. The indispensability of computer science Computer science has become such an integral part of our lives, whether it’s our smartphone, cars that drive themselves or an Internet search. From medicine to business administration, mechanical engineering, biology, psychology to sociology and archeology - all spheres of life and science today rely on computer science. Acquire the necessary skills to develop versatile systems. Our main focuses in computer science studies are: Robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning Machine vision and computer graphics Algorithms and navigation Software and security The benefits you will have as a computer science student in Freiburg: With about 900 students and 22 professors, we offer you an excellent student-teacher ratio. A balanced combination of theory and practice is our goal. Our lectures are mostly recorded. Regardless of place and time, you can thus repeat the material before an examination. Innovative teaching methods and modern equipment await you.
  • Computer Science, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Computer science is one of the most dynamic fields of study. It continues to develop at a rapid speed and new visions are always on the horizon. At the Department of Computer Science, our goal is to turn our visions into tomorrow’s solutions. The Master’s programme in Computer Science offers you three options: Open curriculum: where you can combine various topics such as algorithmics, data analysis, computer graphics, software and hardware development, machine learning and bioinformatics. Specialization in Artificial Intelligence: where you can put a special focus on artificial intelligence, machine learning, deep learning, robotics, computer vision, computer graphics and neuroscience. Specialization in Cyber-Physical Systems: where you can specialize in design, verification and analysis of hardware and software systems, programming languages, distributed or embedded systems, security and efficiency.
  • Computer Science, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Computer Science, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Computer Science, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    As a school subject at grammar schools throughout Baden-Württemberg, computer science is undergoing a rapid development: from the introductory basic course “Media Education” in grade 5 to a compulsory advanced course “Computer Science” in grade 7 to the design of a new profile subject “Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics” (IMP), which can be chosen as an alternative to the already existing profile subject “Science and Technology” (NwT) - in future, teachers with the appropriate qualifications will be needed everywhere. If you wish to pursue a teaching degree in computer science, you should select the so-called "polyvalent double major bachelor’s degree program with a teaching education option". That means you will study computer science and a second subject simultaneously and can then decide whether: You wish to become a teacher, in which case you would have additional modules in didactics (in computer science and a second subject) and educational sciences; or You decide that teaching is not for you. Then you have the option to hone your skills individually in both subjects.
  • Crystalline Materials*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The M.Sc. Crystalline Materials program covers the areas of crystal growth for scientific and industrial applications, crystal growth experiments in space, semiconductor physics and technology, sensor and detector development, and a broad range of material characterization techniques. The scientific activities are carried out in close collaborations with national and international academic and industrial partners.
  • Cultural and Social Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Cultural and social anthropology studies the diversity of cultures around the world. It investigates cultural forms and intercultural networks within the context of various confrontations, relations, constellations of power, and conflicts in order to promote intercultural competence in a global world. Special emphasis is placed on cultural diversity, i.e., the field does not just focus on majority societies but also on cultural, religious, and ethnic minorities. Graduates find jobs in areas like developmental cooperation, international organizations or non-government organizations, media and public relations, documentation and research institutions, universities, the foreign service, museums, regional and international cultural management, catastrophe relief, tourism, social work, etc.
  • Cultural and Social Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Cultural and social anthropology studies the diversity of cultures around the world. It investigates cultural forms and intercultural networks within the context of various confrontations, relations, constellations of power, and conflicts in order to promote intercultural competence in a global world. Special emphasis is placed on cultural diversity, i.e., the field does not just focus on majority societies but also on cultural, religious, and ethnic minorities. A course of study in cultural and social anthropology broadens the student’s horizons and serves as an excellent complement to many fields of study, in particular with regard to internationalization and the overcoming of Eurocentric ways of thinking.
  • Cultural and Social Anthropology, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Cultural Anthropology and European Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The field of European ethnology focuses on scientific study of the everyday cultures of the “many” in Europe, the members of the middle and lower classes. European ethnology deals with cultures in the sense of human interpretation and orientation systems in spaces of various sizes (local cultures, regional cultures, cultures of large regions of Europe such as the Mediterranean, the Alps, the Baltic states, etc.). It is a core belief of the field that cultures can not be defined by ethnicity alone and that it is necessary to take a critical stance against an ethnicization of culture. Research and instruction focus on the coexistence of people of various ethnic background, migratory movements, integration processes, and the relation between majorities and minorities.
  • Cultural Anthropology and European Anthropology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The field of European ethnology focuses on scientific study of the everyday cultures of the “many” in Europe, the members of the middle and lower classes. European ethnology deals with cultures in the sense of human interpretation and orientation systems in spaces of various sizes (local cultures, regional cultures, cultures of large regions of Europe such as the Mediterranean, the Alps, the Baltic states, etc.). It is a core belief of the field that cultures can not be defined by ethnicity alone and that it is necessary to take a critical stance against an ethnicization of culture. Research and instruction focus on the coexistence of people of various ethnic background, migratory movements, integration processes, and the relation between majorities and minorities.
  • Cultural Anthropology of European Societies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Danish*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Attendant Field
  • Dentistry, State Examination,
    According to the regulations for a medical license, the course of study in Dentistry should prepare the future dentist for his or her profession by providing practical training on a solid scientific foundation. Practical and theoretical training thus both play a major role in the degree program. The field of dentistry focuses on the diagnosis and therapy of tooth, mouth, and jaw diseases. Practical work on patients includes the preservation of teeth, dental surgery, prosthetic measures, and the regulation of tooth and jaw anomalies. Another important task is prophylaxis, i.e., education concerning the causes of tooth diseases (preventive dentistry). The program includes a ten-semester course of study in dentistry, including a preclinical and a clinical phase of at least five semesters each. The standard period of study, including the final examination, is ten semesters and six months. Students must take the following examinations in the course of the program: - intermediate natural science examination, - intermediate dentistry examination, - final dentistry examination. The preclinical phase of the course of study ends with the intermediate dentistry examination, the “Physikum,” but also includes an additional examination at the end of the second study semester: the intermediate natural science examination or “Vorphysikum.” After completing the examinations of the preclinical phase, the student proceeds to the clinical phase, which terminates with the State Examination, i.e., the final dentistry examination. The many required courses leading up to the examinations are very time-consuming. Most of these courses build upon the content of the previous course and thus leave students little room for freedom in organizing their course of study. After completing the program, graduates must take two years of practical training to qualify for a license as a dentist for patients with statutory health insurance. This phase of work as a dental assistant may be completed either at a private dental practice or at a university dental clinic. It is then possible to receive qualification as an orthodontist or an oral surgeon in a total of four additional years of training.
  • Diversity in the Islamic World*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Early Modern and Modern History, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The goal of the major field program in Early Modern and Modern History is to provide an overview of the historical periods from classical antiquity to the Middle Ages and profound knowledge of the modern period (starting in 1500), the ability to take a critical stance on the past and its interpretations and portrayals, insight into how history has shaped the development and conditions of contemporary society, an in-depth understanding for the otherness of past and foreign living environments through the study of the diachronic development of various cultures, and the ability to engage in networked thinking. The course of study should also enable students to develop research questions on their own, conduct independent research, reflect critically on different research positions on concrete topics through independent interpretation of critical sources, and present and communicate findings in an understandable and convincing way.
  • Earth Sciences, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    The earth sciences focus on the planet Earth and the processes that shape it. In particular, the field investigates the structure and dynamics of the planet, the genesis and decay of the material the Earth is composed of, and the history of the Earth’s development. The course of study explores the commonly known geo-phenomena (e.g.: volcanoes, earthquakes, hot springs, caves, fossils, crude oil, minerals, ground heat, crystals, groundwater, and many more). The curriculum is characterized by a well-balanced combination of theoretical foundations, laboratory courses, practical courses, and field work. An understanding of geology and geomaterials requires a working knowledge of the fundamentals of mathematics, physics, and chemistry.
  • Eastern Slavic Studies*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Eastern Slavic Studies provides a working knowledge of the Russian language, basic knowledge concerning the Slavic cultural space (history, language, and cultures) with special reference to Russia, and basic skills in Slavic linguistics as well as Slavic literary and cultural studies.
  • Economic Science, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Economic Science, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Economic Science, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
  • Economics (MEP), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Economics (VWL), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Economics, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The bachelor of arts minor field program in Economics focuses on the foundations of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Microeconomics studies how individual economic actors (e.g., companies, consumers, banks) act and interact on markets. Macroeconomics, on the other hand, studies the factors influencing economic dimensions like growth, economic cycles, and employment. Students can select individual specializations in economic theory, economic policy, and public finance.
  • Economics, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    On the one hand, economics studies how individual actors, such as companies, consumers, and employees interact on markets. The objective is to understand and analyze the complex interactions, events, and results of market activities in complex modern societies from the perspective of a basic understanding of individual behavior. The second area of economics has to do with the activities of the state in economic and social policy. The main area of interest here is the problems that are (or can be) solved by the actors involved collectively within the context of societal institutions. This includes, for instance, economic orders like the social market economy, social security systems, the supply of public goods, and the regulation of natural monopolies.
  • Educational Planning and Instructional Design*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The central component of the field of educational planning and instructional design is the principles and methods of instructional design. This also includes questions concerning educational planning. Instructional design encompasses the entire instructional process, from the analysis of learning needs and goals to the development of a system of learning. It includes the development of learning materials and tasks as well as the testing and evaluation of the entire instructional process and learning activities. This process can be divided into the following steps: - Identification of specific educational needs - Analysis of the target group and framework requirements - Identification of educational goals - Selection of content - Design of the learning environment - Development of learning material - Implementation of media - Implementation of the learning strategy - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the strategy both during and after the learning process The successful conception and implementation of technology-based learning environments is a collective product of experts with regard to the learning content to be conveyed, the instructional design, and the implementation of technology. Instructional design is a planning science based on established theories of learning and instruction. It can be described as an interface between various other disciplines, including psychology, cognitive science, instructional science, curriculum and lesson planning theory, computer science, communications, and the sociology of knowledge. However, it is not based entirely on the knowledge of other disciplines, but rather contributes to the development of theories and research itself by way of empirical studies on the effectiveness and transfer efficiency of various learning arrangements.
  • Educational Planning and Instructional Design*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The central component of the field of educational planning and instructional design is the principles and methods of instructional design. This also includes questions concerning educational planning. Instructional design encompasses the entire instructional process, from the analysis of learning needs and goals to the development of a system of learning. It includes the development of learning materials and tasks as well as the testing and evaluation of the entire instructional process and learning activities. This process can be divided into the following steps: - Identification of specific educational needs - Analysis of the target group and framework requirements - Identification of educational goals - Selection of content - Design of the learning environment - Development of learning material - Implementation of media - Implementation of the learning strategy - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the strategy both during and after the learning process The successful conception and implementation of technology-based learning environments is a collective product of experts with regard to the learning content to be conveyed, the instructional design, and the implementation of technology. Instructional design is a planning science based on established theories of learning and instruction. It can be described as an interface between various other disciplines, including psychology, cognitive science, instructional science, curriculum and lesson planning theory, computer science, communications, and the sociology of knowledge. However, it is not based entirely on the knowledge of other disciplines, but rather contributes to the development of theories and research itself by way of empirical studies on the effectiveness and transfer efficiency of various learning arrangements.
  • Educational Science – Teaching and Learning, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Educational Science and Education Management, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The central component of the field of educational planning and instructional design is the principles and methods of instructional design. This also includes questions concerning educational planning. Instructional design encompasses the entire instructional process, from the analysis of learning needs and goals to the development of a system of learning. It includes the development of learning materials and tasks as well as the testing and evaluation of the entire instructional process and learning activities. This process can be divided into the following steps: - Identification of specific educational needs - Analysis of the target group and framework requirements - Identification of educational goals - Selection of content - Design of the learning environment - Development of learning material - Implementation of media - Implementation of the learning strategy - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the strategy both during and after the learning process The successful conception and implementation of technology-based learning environments is a collective product of experts with regard to the learning content to be conveyed, the instructional design, and the implementation of technology. Instructional design is a planning science based on established theories of learning and instruction. It can be described as an interface between various other disciplines, including psychology, cognitive science, instructional science, curriculum and lesson planning theory, computer science, communications, and the sociology of knowledge. However, it is not based entirely on the knowledge of other disciplines, but rather contributes to the development of theories and research itself by way of empirical studies on the effectiveness and transfer efficiency of various learning arrangements.
  • Educational Science and Education Management, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The central component of the field of educational planning and instructional design is the principles and methods of instructional design. This also includes questions concerning educational planning. Instructional design encompasses the entire instructional process, from the analysis of learning needs and goals to the development of a system of learning. It includes the development of learning materials and tasks as well as the testing and evaluation of the entire instructional process and learning activities. This process can be divided into the following steps: - Identification of specific educational needs - Analysis of the target group and framework requirements - Identification of educational goals - Selection of content - Design of the learning environment - Development of learning material - Implementation of media - Implementation of the learning strategy - Evaluation of the effectiveness of the strategy both during and after the learning process The successful conception and implementation of technology-based learning environments is a collective product of experts with regard to the learning content to be conveyed, the instructional design, and the implementation of technology. Instructional design is a planning science based on established theories of learning and instruction. It can be described as an interface between various other disciplines, including psychology, cognitive science, instructional science, curriculum and lesson planning theory, computer science, communications, and the sociology of knowledge. However, it is not based entirely on the knowledge of other disciplines, but rather contributes to the development of theories and research itself by way of empirical studies on the effectiveness and transfer efficiency of various learning arrangements.
  • Educational Science*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Educational Science*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major Field
  • Embedded Systems Engineering, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Embedded Systems Engineering unites the worlds of engineering and computer science, combining hardware and software topics. In this Master’s programme, we provide you with versatile know-how in computer science and engineering. As an embedded systems engineer, you will not only know how to design micro-electronic and micro-mechanic devices, but you will also know how to programme the software that makes them work. The Department of Computer Science and the Department of Microsystems Engineering provide an excellent environment for this interdisciplinary degree programme. You will gain knowledge about the design of microelectronic, micro-mechanic and software-based components as well as their integration into complete systems. An extensive selection of courses allows you to set an individual focus or specialize in one of the following areas: Artificial Intelligence Cyber-Physical Systems Circuits and Systems Materials and Fabrication Biomedical Engineering Photonics
  • Embedded Systems Engineering, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Embedded Systems Engineering: Helping to shape the digitalization of the future! Development of smart products for the future Creating breakthrough new technologies by combining hardware and software to address social and economic challenges in health, mobility, security, energy and environment - for a safer, greener and more sustainable future! Increase of quality of life, safety and comfort Connecting physical and virtual objects globally (Internet of Things, IoT) and improving the health and safety of people through intelligent solutions or developing innovative solutions for the digital industry - no industry can do without embedded systems anymore! Optimization of energy efficiency and sustainability Improving work and production processes in industry to ensure resource and environmentally friendly manufacturing processes (Industry 4.0) or contribute to resource and energy optimization with wearables, smart homes or smart buildings. By combining computer science and engineering, highly specialized systems can be built that make our lives smarter, more sustainable, safer and more comfortable. Digital medical device and health technologies Wearables: Monitoring health and well-being through wearable sensors Personalized medicine: Individual and effective use of medicines Intelligent implants Energy efficiency and sustainability Digital energy solutions and higher energy efficiency Distributed battery-free systems: Making cyber-physical systems and the Internet of Things (IoT) sustainable Machine learning and embedded artificial intelligence Improving gene therapies and antiviral drugs Digitalization in robotics and industrial production (Industry 4.0) Autonomous technologies that not only act programmatically, but behave according to the situation Self-driving vehicles and intelligent assistance systems
  • English and American Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The program in English and American Studies is devoted to the English language and literature in all English-speaking countries. The area of linguistics deals with the English language and its history. While the program focuses primarily on British and American English as well as earlier stages of development of the language, other varieties are also taken into consideration. The area of literary studies concentrates on the history of English and American literature but also takes other English-language literatures into consideration. The curriculum also includes language courses and cultural studies courses, as familiarity with the culture of the English-speaking world is a necessary precondition for studying English language and literature.
  • English and American Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The program in English and American Studies is devoted to the English language and literature in all English-speaking countries. The area of linguistics deals with the English language and its history. While the program focuses primarily on British and American English as well as earlier stages of development of the language, other varieties are also taken into consideration. The area of literary studies concentrates on the history of English and American literature but also examines other English-language literatures. The curriculum also includes language courses and cultural studies courses, as familiarity with the culture of the English-speaking world is a necessary precondition for the study of English language and literature.
  • English Language and Linguistics*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • English Literatures and Literary Theory , Master of Arts (M.A.),
    If you love literature, this is the ideal course for you. You will get to read a large number of exciting novels, short stories, plays, poems, essays and letters besides looking at films and seeing performances of great drama on stage or on DVD. Freiburg’s MA in English Literatures and Literary Theory is the standard MA course that takes you from a BA in British and/or American Literature to a PhD in English or American or postcolonial literature. It offers a wide range of exposure to British and/or American texts of all genres and particularly concentrates on early British literature (pre-1800) in order to ensure a complete coverage of the full range of literature in the English language.
  • English*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The Department of English of the University of Freiburg conducts research and instruction in the area of English studies, including the English language and its varieties as well as the literature and culture of the English-speaking world. The course of study is divided into two areas: linguistics and literary studies. Linguistics deals with the English language and its history. In addition to present-day British, American English, and earlier stages of development, other varieties of English are also considered. The area of literary studies concentrates primarily on the history of English and American literature. However, the literatures of other English-speaking countries are occasionally also considered, as this is in the interest of the students in a globalized world.
  • English, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • English, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • English, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The Department of English of the University of Freiburg conducts research and instruction in the area of English studies, including the English language and its varieties as well as the literature and culture of the English-speaking world. The course of study is divided into two areas: linguistics and literary studies. Linguistics deals with the English language and its history. In addition to present-day British, American English, and earlier stages of development, other varieties of English are also considered. The area of literary studies concentrates primarily on the history of English and American literature. However, the literatures of other English-speaking countries are occasionally also considered, as this is in the interest of the students in a globalized world.
  • Environmental Governance, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Sustainable development and sustainability in the manifold relationships between humans and the environment have become integral rules of conduct in politics and society. One of the major challenges to the implementation of the overall concept of sustainable development concerns effective governance processes between various stakeholders within companies, administrations, organisations, and society at large. The M.Sc. ‘Environmental Governance’ (MEG) addresses this special need. Unique worldwide, its focus is on facilitating the institutionalisation of context-effective environmental governance arrangements that combine the regulation of market, state and civil society for sustainable development.
  • Environmental Hydrology*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Water is the basic precondition for life and thus a central component of ecosystems. Students of the minor field program in Environmental Hydrology begin by learning basic skills in water flow and water storage on various spatial and temporal scales. The program continues with instruction on the foundations of water ecology, a basic grounding in aquatic environmental chemistry, and courses treating water use and problems in managing water as a natural resource. In the course of the program, students acquire the knowledge necessary for understanding water in a natural and human-influenced environment and for applying it directly to professional fields of activity. In combination with the major field program in environmental sciences, the course of study provides ideal preconditions for graduate study in water management, particularly the master’s program in Hydrology at the University of Freiburg.
  • Environmental Natural Sciences*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Environmental problems and their immense impact on the ground, the air, water, forests, and landscapes are currently in the public eye more than ever before. Thus, experts in environmental natural sciences are increasingly called upon to make sense of the complex interactions within ecosystems and their relation to human actions. The course of study in Environmental Natural Sciences is an interdisciplinary program that provides a solid grounding in the foundations of natural science (mathematics, chemistry, physics, biology) as well as the ability to understand and analyze environmental processes. The entire curriculum has a strong practical orientation: It includes a variety of excursions and field exercises as well as practical laboratory courses and guest lectures from professionals in the area of environmental protection.
  • Environmental Science, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
  • Environmental Sciences, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Students of the degree program “M.Sc. Umweltwissenschaften/Environmental Sciences” receive a broad grounding in environmental sciences. They learn to consider and approach problems from the perspective of a range of disciplines. The students receive training in methods from earth science, soil science, meteorology, biology, and hydrology as well as in technical methods and approaches for solving environmental problems. Since sustainable solutions to environmental problems also need to take issues of societal acceptance into account, another important component of the curriculum is training in political, socioeconomic, and planning skills. The goal of the degree program “M.Sc. Umweltwissenschaften/Environmental Sciences” is to provide students with an interdisciplinary education that is at the same time theoretically sound and practically relevant for a wide range of potential fields of work.
  • European Anthropology*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The field of European ethnology focuses on scientific study of the everyday cultures of the “many” in Europe, the members of the middle and lower classes. European ethnology deals with cultures in the sense of human interpretation and orientation systems in spaces of various sizes (local cultures, regional cultures, cultures of large regions of Europe such as the Mediterranean, the Alps, the Baltic states, etc.). It is a core belief of the field that cultures can not be defined by ethnicity alone and that it is necessary to take a critical stance against an ethnicization of culture. Research and instruction focus on the coexistence of people of various ethnic background, migratory movements, integration processes, and the relation between majorities and minorities.
  • European Anthropology*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The field of European ethnology focuses on scientific study of the everyday cultures of the “many” in Europe, the members of the middle and lower classes. European ethnology deals with cultures in the sense of human interpretation and orientation systems in spaces of various sizes (local cultures, regional cultures, cultures of large regions of Europe such as the Mediterranean, the Alps, the Baltic states, etc.). It is a core belief of the field that cultures can not be defined by ethnicity alone and that it is necessary to take a critical stance against an ethnicization of culture. Research and instruction focus on the coexistence of people of various ethnic background, migratory movements, integration processes, and the relation between majorities and minorities.
  • European Anthropology*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The master’s program focuses on cultural phenomena and processes, everyday practices, and living environments in modern, complex European societies. The program does not regard Europe as a space that can be clearly defined – or even less, limited – in a geographical sense, but as a historical, empirical, and cognitive frame that includes all ideas, images, experiences, perceptions, and interpretations connected with the construct “Europe.”

    The goal is to qualify students to engage in problem-based, practically oriented, theory-driven, and methodologically sound academic work. Students thus acquire skills in analyzing and interpreting the cultural processes and organizations of Europe’s modern societies and consolidate their knowledge of the field-specific skills, methods, and perspectives necessary for professions at and outside of the university.
    An empirical study project is an important component of the program.
  • European Linguistics*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The University of Freiburg Master's degree in European Linguistics is a two-year programme which has been running most successfully since 2004. This highly competitive international Master’s programme (on average 80-90 % of the programme participants are international students) is designed for students interested in a more in-depth study of theoretical and descriptive linguistics. It creates a solid basis for linguistic analysis and comparison, conveys a sound understanding of the rich and fascinating linguistic landscape of Europe, and imparts skills in up to four European languages. A wide variety of seminars and lectures are offered in five linguistic modules. An additional research module includes an internship abroad, a conference visit, and classes on research design and presentation skills.
  • European Literatures and Cultures, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • European Societies and Cultures, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Forest Ecology and Management*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The sustainable use of natural resources is one of the key issues of the 21st century. The M.Sc. Forest Ecology and Management focuses on the sustainable management of forested landscapes. In a world, where both the environmental conditions as well as the aspirations of society are highly dynamic, our environment cannot be managed according to fixed recipes. Adaptive management, a fundamental concept of ecosystem management, addresses this uncertainty, and provides the framework for the content of this M.Sc. course. The study programme aims at: an understanding and analysis of the direct and indirect effects of mankind on forests and other terrestrial ecosystems, an in-depth understanding of ecological and environmental processes at various levels: cells, individuals, populations, ecosystems, landscapes and global systems, and the provision of methodological knowledge and competence to design and evaluate management plans and accompanying research for a range of natural resources.
  • Forest Sciences, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
  • Forest Sciences, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Forests are becoming ever more important worldwide. They play a vital role in conserving natural habitats and biodiversity, provide us with the valuable raw material wood, and also often have a high recreational value. In order to conserve the forest ecosystem and its wide range of functions, forest management needs to consider ecological, economic, and social aspects in equal measure. Another global challenge is the impact of climate change on the world’s forests. Forests need to be adapted to meet changing climactic conditions, and they also function as a carbon sink. The goal of the degree program “M.Sc. Forest Sciences/ Forstwissenschaften” is to train students to become forest experts who are capable of addressing the current challenges and questions of ecologically, economically, and socially sustainable forest management in theory and practice and in both national and international contexts.
  • Forestry and Environment*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The core content of the course of study Forestry and Environment is the management of (forest) ecosystems and forest landscapes on a scientific basis. The course of study thus focuses on the interrelationships between “forest and humankind” in a variety of dimensions. The program integrates disciplines from the natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences. The curriculum deals with the conservation and the sustainable use of the Earth’s forests and forest landscapes. This often involves complex ecosystems humans are dependent on for their very survival: for their water, their air, and the relaxation they provide, for their effects on the global climate, their animals, and their plants, and last but not least for their wood – a renewable ecological raw material. The content and findings of research on forest ecosystems can serve as a model for every innovative strategy for managing natural resources.
  • FrancoMedia – French Language, Literature, and Culture*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    This course of study focuses on the language, literature, and media culture of areas of the world in which French is spoken, e.g., France in Europe, Morocco in Africa, and Quebec in Canada. Special emphasis is placed on various forms of media, such as print media, film, electronic media, and the Internet. Students learn how to select appropriate media for particular purposes, take a critical stance on media issues, and orient themselves in the flood of information we are confronted with every day. This requires a familiarity with the historical and societal background of the francophone world, and of course also with the language. Students thus also receive intensive training in spoken and written French as well as translation.
  • FrancoMedia – French Language, Literature, and Media Culture, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    This course of study focuses on the language, literature, and media culture of areas of the world in which French is spoken, e.g., France in Europe, Morocco in Africa, and Quebec in Canada. Special emphasis is placed on various forms of media, such as print media, film, electronic media, and the Internet. Students learn how to select appropriate media for particular purposes, take a critical stance on media issues, and orient themselves in the flood of information we are confronted with every day. This requires a familiarity with the historical and societal background of the francophone world, and of course also with the language. Students thus also receive intensive training in spoken and written French as well as translation.
  • French*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in French focuses on French literature and the French language as spoken in various countries in Europe (e.g., in France, Belgium, and Switzerland) as well as in other parts of the world (e.g., Morocco in Africa or Quebec in Canada). Students also receive intensive training in spoken and written French as well as translation.
  • French*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    This course of study concentrates on the French language, literature, and culture in their historical and sociocultural context. It is thus divided into two main areas: linguistics and literary and cultural studies. Courses in these areas provide students with the necessary skills for academic study of the francophone world as well as general philological skills such as literary interpretation and academic writing (analytical reading, writing one’s own texts). In addition, the curriculum also includes language courses designed to help students achieve fluency in oral and written French. Since French studies are part of larger area of Romance philology, students are also required to acquire basic skills in at least one other Romance language. Students acquire the skills necessary for a career as a secondary school teacher in general and subject-specific courses in pedagogy and teaching methodology as well as an internship at a local school. The teacher education degree program leads to the First State Examination in a standard period of study of ten semesters. Graduates are qualified to begin the practical phase of their teacher training.
  • French, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • French, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • French, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • French, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    This course of study concentrates on the French language, literature, and culture in their historical and sociocultural context. It is thus divided into two main areas: linguistics and literary and cultural studies. Courses in these areas provide students with the necessary skills for academic study of the francophone world as well as general philological skills such as literary interpretation and academic writing (analytical reading, writing one’s own texts). In addition, the curriculum also includes language courses designed to help students achieve fluency in oral and written French. Since French studies are part of larger area of Romance philology, students are also required to acquire basic skills in at least one other Romance language.
  • Gender Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Geography of Global Change, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Geography*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Geography is a particularly broad discipline. It focuses on the differentiation of (natural and cultural) spaces of the Earth. It describes and explains the relationships between models and evaluations of space in order to draw consequences for spatial planning. Thus, the field is concerned with natural as well as social and economic issues. Geography is divided into two large subdisciplines, each with various areas of specialization: physical and cultural geography. The former includes geomorphology, climatology, hydrology, soil science, biogeography, and geoecology, and the latter includes population geography, social geography, historical geography, economic geography, transportation geography, and political geography.
  • Geography*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    Geography is a particularly broad discipline. It focuses on the differentiation of (natural and cultural) spaces of the Earth. It describes and explains the relationships between models and evaluations of space in order to draw consequences for spatial planning. Thus, the field is concerned with natural as well as social and economic issues. Geography is divided into two large subdisciplines, each with various areas of specialization: physical and cultural geography. The former includes geomorphology, climatology, hydrology, soil science, biogeography, and geoecology, and the latter includes population geography, social geography, historical geography, economic geography, transportation geography, and political geography.
  • Geography, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The goal of the minor field program in Geography is to provide students - an overview of the foundations of general geography, - the knowledge necessary for studying issues of spatial development, the actors involved in this development, and the resulting problems on various levels, - insight into the basic spatial preconditions of modern society, - an in-depth understanding for the otherness of foreign living environments through the study of various regions as well as the ability to compare and engage in networked thinking, - a grounding in the methods, scientific approaches, and tools of geography, in particular cartographic visualization, information collection and analysis in geographical information and communication systems, and the foundations of empirical social research. Fluency in the German language and good skills in one modern foreign language are prerequisites for enrolling in the program.
  • Geography, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Geography is a particularly broad discipline. It focuses on the differentiation of (natural and cultural) spaces of the Earth. It describes and explains the relationships between models and evaluations of space in order to draw consequences for spatial planning. Thus, the field is concerned with natural as well as social and economic issues. Geography is divided into two large subdisciplines, each with various areas of specialization: physical and cultural geography. The former includes geomorphology, climatology, hydrology, soil science, biogeography, and geoecology, and the latter includes population geography, social geography, historical geography, economic geography, transportation geography, and political geography.
  • Geography, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Geography, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    Geography is a particularly broad discipline. It focuses on the differentiation of (natural and cultural) spaces of the Earth. It describes and explains the relationships between models and evaluations of space in order to draw consequences for spatial planning. Thus, the field is concerned with natural as well as social and economic issues. Geography is divided into two large subdisciplines, each with various areas of specialization: physical and cultural geography. The former includes geomorphology, climatology, hydrology, soil science, biogeography, and geoecology, and the latter includes population geography, social geography, historical geography, economic geography, transportation geography, and political geography.
  • Geology*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Attendant Field
  • Geology, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The M.Sc. Geology program covers a wide range from petrology, sedimentology, and structural geology to planetary geology and impact crater research and, across aspects of geothermal energy, water geochemistry, and environmental mineralogy, to the growth of industrially relevant single crystals and the fine structures of crystalline materials.
  • German as a Foreign and Second Language/Intercultural Literature Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • German as a Second Language*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    This minor field program is designed for students who are not fluent in German. It provides international students with basic knowledge of the structure of the German language, theoretical aspects of learning and teaching German as a foreign language, and the necessary language skills for teaching “German as a Foreign Language” in their native country.
  • German as a Second Language/Intercultural German language and literature studies*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • German as a Second Language/Intercultural German language and literature studies*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • German Linguistics, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in German Linguistics teaches basic knowledge on the structure and development of the German languages, its variants and varieties (dialects, registers, styles), its use in texts and in oral interaction, and its cognitive processing. It covers the areas “linguistic description,” “text linguistics,” “linguistic interaction/pragmatics,” “language/culture/society,” and “language and cognition.” The content of these areas is taught in courses that are arranged in various modules. Students of the program must have an excellent command of written and spoken German. The language of international linguistic scholarship is English. The ability to read secondary literature in English is thus a prerequisite for a successful course of study.
  • German Literature, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • German Studies from a German–French Perspective, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
  • German Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The major field program in German Studies has three areas of concentration: The linguistic component of the program deals with the structure and development of the German language, its variants and varieties (dialects, registers, styles), its use in texts and in oral interaction, and its cognitive processing. The area “modern German literature” covers German literature from the 16th century to the present. The texts are analyzed within the context of historical and sociocultural issues and comparative aspects as well as current approaches of literary theory and media theory are considered. The focus of the area “medieval German literature and language“ is the history of German literature from the beginnings to the 16th century in its historical and sociocultural context as well as previous stages in the history of the language. Students of the program must have an excellent command of written and spoken German. Another prerequisite is the ability to read secondary literature in foreign languages, particularly English.
  • German Studies: German Literature, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • German*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The focus of the field of German in research, instruction, and studies is the German language and literature from their beginnings to the present in their historical and sociocultural context. The area of linguistics covers the German language, its history, and its current state of development on the basis of theories of language and communication. The area of literature covers the history of German literature on the basis of literary theories. The Department of German is divided into two sections: the Department of German I concentrates on the German language and medieval German literature, and the Department of German II focuses on German literature from the early modern period to the present.
  • German, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • German, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • German, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • German, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The focus of the field of German in research, instruction, and studies is the German language and literature from their beginnings to the present in their historical and sociocultural context. The area of linguistics covers the German language, its history, and its current state of development on the basis of theories of language and communication. The area of literature covers the history of German literature on the basis of literary theories. The Department of German is divided into two sections: the Department of German I concentrates on the German language and medieval German literature, and the Department of German II focuses on German literature from the early modern period to the present.
  • German-French Journalism, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • German-French Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.),
  • Germanic Linguistics*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Global Urban Health (Continuing Education Program), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Greco-roman Archaeology*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Attendant Field
  • Greek*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    This degree program focuses on the language and literature of ancient Greece from Homer (8th century BC) to the end of Antiquity (6th century AD). In contrast to modern philology, however, the focus is not limited to literature in a strict sense but also includes philosophical and scientific texts. The goal of the program is to teach students to understand and interpret the preserved corpus of Greek literature using the methods of philology (linguistics and literary theory). The curriculum is divided into three stages: In the first semester, students hone their language skills in Greek-German and German-Greek translation courses. In the second stage, which ends with the intermediate examination, students develop their translating skills further in reading and stylistics courses and learn the fundamentals of textual interpretation in introductory seminars. They are introduced to the most important philological methods and disciplines, including textual criticism, literary theory, prosody, rhetoric, and mythology. After passing the intermediate examination, students perfect their skills in the methodical interpretation of texts in advanced reading, stylistics, and interpretation courses and learn how to conduct independent philological research.
  • Greek, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Greek, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Greek, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Greek, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    This degree program focuses on the language and literature of ancient Greece from Homer (8th century BC) to the end of Antiquity (6th century AD). In contrast to modern philology, however, the focus is not limited to literature in a strict sense but also includes philosophical and scientific texts. The goal of the program is to teach students to understand and interpret the preserved corpus of Greek literature using the methods of philology (linguistics and literary theory). The curriculum is divided into three stages: In the first semester, students hone their language skills in Greek-German and German-Greek translation courses. In the second stage, which ends with the intermediate examination, students develop their translating skills further in reading and stylistics courses and learn the fundamentals of textual interpretation in introductory seminars. They are introduced to the most important philological methods and disciplines, including textual criticism, literary theory, prosody, rhetoric, and mythology. After passing the intermediate examination, students perfect their skills in the methodical interpretation of texts in advanced reading, stylistics, and interpretation courses and learn how to conduct independent philological research.
  • History*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The degree program in history (teaching degree) deals with European and world history since antiquity. The knowledge historians acquire is always based on historical evidence from the epoch under study. By studying these sources with the help of a critical method, historians attempt to build up a solid knowledge base concerning historical events. The goal is not just to reconstruct political events but also to study the economic developments, social structures, cultural trends, and mentalities of the epoch under study. Historians call traditional interpretations of historical events into question again and again by approaching them anew from a contemporary perspective. Although the teaching degree program in history is primarily geared toward students who wish to pursue a career as a secondary school history teacher, it is also suitable for those who are interested in working in other professions (journalism, museums, publishing, public relations).
  • History, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The main goal of the major field program in History is to provide an overview of the historical periods from classical antiquity to the 20th century, the ability to take a critical stance on the past and its interpretations and portrayals, insight into how history has shaped the development and conditions of contemporary society, an in-depth understanding for the otherness of past and foreign living environments through the study of the diachronic development of various cultures, and the ability to engage in networked thinking. The course of study also enables students to develop research questions on their own, conduct independent research, reflect critically on different research positions on concrete topics, and, most importantly, to employ the methods, critical approaches, and tools of the historian.
  • History, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The main goal of the minor field program in History is to provide an overview of the historical periods from classical antiquity to the 20th century, the ability to take a critical stance on the past and its interpretations and portrayals, insight into how history has shaped the development and conditions of contemporary society, an in-depth understanding for the otherness of past and foreign living environments through the study of the diachronic development of various cultures, and the ability to engage in networked thinking. The course of study also enables students to develop research questions on their own, conduct independent research, reflect critically on different research positions on concrete topics, and, most importantly, to employ the methods, critical approaches, and tools of the historian.
  • History, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • History, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • History, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • History, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • History, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The degree program in history (teaching degree) deals with European and world history since antiquity. The knowledge historians acquire is always based on historical evidence from the epoch under study. By studying these sources with the help of a critical method, historians attempt to build up a solid knowledge base concerning historical events. The goal is not just to reconstruct political events but also to study the economic developments, social structures, cultural trends, and mentalities of the epoch under study. Historians call traditional interpretations of historical events into question again and again by approaching them anew from a contemporary perspective. Although the teaching degree program in history is primarily geared toward students who wish to pursue a career as a secondary school history teacher, it is also suitable for those who are interested in working in other professions (journalism, museums, publishing, public relations).
  • Human Medicine, State Examination,
    Training for medical doctors includes the following components: 1. a six-year course of study in medicine at a university or equivalent higher education institution, the final year of which should include a practical training phase (practical year) of at least 48 weeks; 2. a training course in first aid; 3. three months service as a nurse; 4. a four-month clinical traineeship; and 5. the medical examination, which must be taken in three stages. The standard period of study, including the examination phase for the second stage, is six years and three months. For more detailed information, please consult the informational booklet offered by the Central Academic Advising Office under "links."
  • Hydrology, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Hydrology is the science of water – one of the most important foundations of life for humankind and nature. Since the demand for water is on the rise throughout the world, the availability, the distribution, and the quality of water are topics of great national and international relevance in the 21st century. Hydrology focuses especially on the spatial and temporal distribution of water with regard to its amount and quality, both above and under the ground. Current topics of hydrological research include the impact of changes in climate, environmental conditions, and social economics on the water cycle. Hydrology combines methods from the natural sciences with applied environmental research and provides important foundations for planning and decision-making for areas like water management, tap water supply, flood control, and water conservation.

    The master’s program in hydrology includes self-contained three-week teaching modules on water in the atmosphere, in rivers and lakes, the unsaturated earth zone, and groundwater. These courses include field experiments in which students measure the interaction between components of the water cycle, apply hydrological theories, and prepare mathematical models. In addition to a solid theoretical and thematic grounding in the field, the program includes practical modules with modern computer modeling, data analysis, analytical laboratory methods, field courses, and excursions. The program thus provides students the necessary qualifications to launch a career as environmental scientists. The course of study ends with a master’s thesis in which students are integrated into current research projects, thus providing them a smooth transition to a career or research.

    Freiburg hydrologists study the water cycle in many different regions of the world. They develop and refine hydrological measurement and testing methods in national and international research projects. Hydrological research in Freiburg is scientifically grounded research on water and the environment with a pronounced practical relevance. Freiburg researchers conduct innovative experiments and develop simulation models that collect data on, visualize, and predict the spatiotemporal dynamics of water flow above and under the ground, thus making it possible to create targeted representations of natural processes of the water cycle as well as of anthropogenic influences or the impact of climate change. Instruction is closely linked to research in all areas and offers the students interesting insight into the most important hydrological research questions from the outset.
  • IberoCultura – Spanish Language, Literature, and Culture, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The course of study IberoCultura focuses on the language, literature, and culture of the Spanish-speaking countries of Europe and Central and South America, such as Spain, Costa Rica, Argentina, and Chile. It also examines the media of these language areas in seminars on media culture and analysis. In addition, the curriculum also includes intensive training in oral and written Spanish as well as translation. The program is designed to teach students the skills necessary for careers in a Spanish-speaking environment or as an external cultural liaison, an important prerequisite of which is knowledge of the historical, societal, and cultural background of the Spanish-speaking world.
  • Indo-European Linguistics*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Intelligent Embedded Microsystems (Continuing Education Program)*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    “Computers you can’t see” are being lauded as the next big thing in information technology. The challenge of exploiting the growth potential of intelligent embedded systems, their broad range of application, and the numerous conceptual and technical advantages they offer constitutes a lucrative opportunity for research and industry in the coming years. The postgraduate degree program “Intelligent Embedded Microsystems – IEMS” is designed to provide graduates of computer science, microsystems engineering, and related fields with at least one year of professional experience behind them with the technological and algorithmic skills necessary for developing intelligent embedded microsystems. Depending on the student’s previous studies (B.A., degree from a university of applied sciences, diplom), the program encompasses a workload of between 60 and 120 ECTS credits. It consists of online courses with exercise courses, practical courses, projects, seminars, and a master’s thesis and qualifies graduates for a career in this growing field.
  • Intercutural Studies - Germany and France., Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Interdisciplinary Anthropology, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    This broad field requires an interdisciplinary approach that allows anthropological questions to be addressed and discussed in a dialogue with a range of disciplines. Numerous fields from the humanities, social and cultural sciences, and natural sciences are involved in the University of Freiburg’s program in Interdisciplinary Anthropology, including biological anthropology, history, ethnology, philosophy, sociology, and cognitive science. The first semester of the master’s program Interdisciplinary Anthropology provides students with a basic grounding in the theories and methods of anthropology. This promotes their ability to engage in a dialogue with scholars from other fields and to transfer their knowledge between the perspectives of the various disciplines. In the second phase of the program, students build on this broad anthropological fundament in a self-chosen area of specialization. Thus, the students first receive insight into the theory and practice of various fields of anthropological research and then acquire more detailed knowledge in one particular field. In this way, they become acquainted with the current state of research and current research questions in their area of specialization and learn how to conduct research in the human sciences on the basis of their work in that area.
  • Interdisciplinary Ethics, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Interdisciplinary Foundations of Political Science, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    This bachelor’s program is organized jointly by the University of Freiburg and the Institut d’Etudes Politiques (IEP) in Aix-en-Provence. The goal of the program is to apply the fundamental knowledge of other disciplines to political scientific analysis. The instructional content necessary for this is taken from the fields of history, law, and economics. The goal is to provide students with the knowledge and abilities necessary for engagement with the normative foundations of political processes and decisions and for critical analysis of the functional logic of political institutions, processes, and systems.
  • Interdisciplinary Health Promotion (Continuing Education Program), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • International Economic Relations, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • International Forestry*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The goal of the minor field program in International Forestry is to teach students knowledge of the ecological and socioeconomic foundations of forestry in developing countries. Graduates of this program are qualified to work at organizations that deal with the cultivation of natural resources or to pursue a career in research. In addition to providing professional skills for work in international forestry, this minor field program also serves to prepare students for an internationally oriented master’s program, such as “Environmental Governance,” “Forest Ecology and Management,” or “European Forestry.”
  • International Literary Studies: German-Russian Transfers*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • International Taxation (Continuing Education Program), Master of Business Administration (MBA),
  • Islamic Studies – Modern Islamic World, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Islamic Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Islamic Studies The degree program in Islamic Studies provides in-depth knowledge on the Islamic world and its history and culture, profound insight into the Islamic religion, cultural, historical, and political understanding of current events and processes in Islamic societies, and solid skills in two of the three languages Arabic, Farsi, or Turkish. It focuses on a geographical area that encompasses North and West Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, Southern Europe and Turkey, Iran, Central Asia, and Indonesia. Besides conveying knowledge of diverse forms of Islamic culture in their historical depth, the program also concentrates on the intellectual, cultural, and social phenomena and problems of the present-day Islamic world. Students are required to learn two of the three languages Arabic, Farsi, and Turkish. Over and above the modern written language, students also learn how to read written sources from older stages of development of these languages in the original version and use them for independent study. In addition to providing a solid grounding in Islamic studies and the necessary philological skills for academic research, the program enables students to engage critically with selected questions of Islamic studies and conduct independent research on them.
  • Islamic Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The degree program in Islamic Studies provides in-depth knowledge on the Islamic world and its history and culture, profound insight into the Islamic religion, cultural, historical, and political understanding of current events and processes in Islamic societies, and solid skills in two of the three languages Arabic, Farsi, or Turkish. It focuses on a geographical area that encompasses North and West Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, Southern Europe and Turkey, Iran, Central Asia, and Indonesia. Besides conveying knowledge of diverse forms of Islamic culture in their historical depth, the program also concentrates on the intellectual, cultural, and social phenomena and problems of the present-day Islamic world. Students are required to learn two of the three languages Arabic, Farsi, and Turkish. Over and above the modern written language, students also learn how to read written sources from older stages of development of these languages in the original version and use them for independent study. In addition to providing a solid grounding in Islamic studies and the necessary philological skills for academic research, the program enables students to engage critically with selected questions of Islamic studies and conduct independent research on them.
  • Italian*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Italian deals with the Italian language and Italian literature. Other languages spoken in Italy (Romansh, Franco-Provençal, Occitan, Sardinian) may also be treated within the context of the program. Students also receive intensive training in spoken and written Italian as well as translation.
  • Italian*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    This course of study concentrates on the Italian language, literature, and culture in their historical and sociocultural context. It is thus divided into two main areas: linguistics and literary and culture studies. Courses in these areas provide students with the necessary skills for academic study of Italy as well as general philological skills such as literary interpretation and academic writing (analytical reading, writing one’s own texts). In addition, the curriculum also includes language courses designed to help students achieve fluency in oral and written Italian. Since Italian studies are part of the larger area of Romance philology, students are also required to acquire basic skills in at least one other Romance language. Students acquire the skills necessary for a career as a secondary school teacher in general and subject-specific courses in pedagogy and teaching methodology as well as in an internship at a local school. The teacher education degree program leads to the First State Examination in a standard period of study of ten semesters. Graduates are qualified to begin the practical phase of their teacher training.
  • Italian, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Italian, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Italian, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Italian, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    This course of study concentrates on the Italian language, literature, and culture in their historical and sociocultural context. It is thus divided into two main areas: linguistics and literary and culture studies. Courses in these areas provide students with the necessary skills for academic study of Italy as well as general philological skills such as literary interpretation and academic writing (analytical reading, writing one’s own texts). In addition, the curriculum also includes language courses designed to help students achieve fluency in oral and written Italian. Since Italian studies are part of the larger area of Romance philology, students are also required to acquire basic skills in at least one other Romance language.
  • Jewish Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The field of Jewish studies focuses on the culture, religion, literature, languages, and history of Judaism from their Biblical origins to modern times. It also encompasses an extraordinarily large geographical area, taking into account not only Israel but also the Diaspora in research and instruction. A certain degree of specialization is thus absolutely essential. Jewish studies at the University of Freiburg concentrates on two areas: the Biblical and Talmudic literature, which has a major impact on Judaism to the present day, and contemporary Jewish literature, as the modern state of Israel has become a new center of Jewish life. These two poles are excellent starting points for reaching an understanding of all topics of Jewish studies. In addition to the study of sources, the program emphasizes topics from cultural and religious history.
  • Jewish Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The field of Jewish studies focuses on the culture, religion, literature, languages, and history of Judaism from their Biblical origins to modern times. It also encompasses an extraordinarily large geographical area, taking into account not only Israel but also the Diaspora in research and instruction. A certain degree of specialization is thus absolutely essential. Jewish studies at the University of Freiburg concentrates on two areas: the Biblical and Talmudic literature, which has a major impact on Judaism to the present day, and contemporary Jewish literature, as the modern state of Israel has become a new center of Jewish life. These two poles are excellent starting points for reaching an understanding of all topics of Jewish studies. In addition to the study of sources, the program emphasizes topics from cultural and religious history.
  • Jewish Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The prerequisites for admission are: a course of study of at least three years’ duration in Jewish studies at a German or international higher education institution, good German language skills, good English language skills, good skills in modern Hebrew as well as biblical Hebrew. The master’s program in Jewish studies focuses on the culture, religion, literature, history, philosophy, and languages of Judaism from their origins in the Bible and the Talmud to modern times, both in the Diaspora and in the modern state of Israel. The goal of the program is to teach students to engage in independent intercultural and interreligious work in various areas of Judaistic praxis and research. Students thus acquire knowledge concerning Judaism, analytical and methodological skills, language skills, and cultural sensitivity. The course of study provides students the freedom to choose their own areas of specialization in Jewish studies, allowing them to develop an individual research project and/or pursue a specific career goal.
  • Latin Studies*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Latin Studies This course of study focuses on the Latin language and culture of antiquity as documented in the preserved corpus of texts. Students acquire the skills necessary to approach these texts from a linguistic, literary, and philosophical perspective, also taking into account their historical background. Special emphasis is placed on the acquisition of solid language skills. The curriculum is designed to allow students to acquire an additional specialization in the philology of medieval Latin in the last two semesters of the program.
  • Latin*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The field of Latin focuses on Roman literature and culture in the broadest sense from the 3rd century before Christ until Late Antiquity (6th/7th century AD). In contrast to modern philology, however, the focus is not limited to literature in a strict sense but also includes philosophical and scientific texts. The goal of the program is to teach students to understand and interpret the preserved corpus of Latin literature using the methods of philology (linguistics) and literary theory and communicate this knowledge.
  • Latin, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Latin, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Latin, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Latin, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The field of Latin focuses on Roman literature and culture in the broadest sense from the 3rd century before Christ until Late Antiquity (6th/7th century AD). In contrast to modern philology, however, the focus is not limited to literature in a strict sense but also includes philosophical and scientific texts. The goal of the program is to teach students to understand and interpret the preserved corpus of Latin literature using the methods of philology (linguistics) and literary theory and communicate this knowledge.
  • Law, Legum Master postgraduate degree program (LL.M.),
  • Law, Master of Laws (LL.M.),
  • Law, State Examination,
    As a rule, students of law study the field full time for ten semesters without a minor field. The first part of a two-phase course of study leading to qualification for entry in the legal professions ends with the First Legal Examination. This examination serves to determine whether the student has the aptitude to begin the practical phase of his or her training and includes an examination conducted by the state on required subjects (State Examination) and an examination conducted by the university on an area of specialization (University Examination). The first exam is prepared and conducted by the State Law Examination Office, the second by the university. The course of study includes training in the three main areas civil law, criminal law, and public law as well as in an area of specialization. The foundations of law and international law also receive consideration. Courses in the required areas include the necessary knowledge for the State Examination, while those in the area of specialization serve to build upon this knowledge and prepare the student for the University Examination.
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) or Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Liberal Arts and Sciences is a specific approach to Bachelor level education and an alternative to disciplinary study. Combining academic breadth and depth with student choice, LAS encourages intellectual discovery and personal development in an international learning community.   LAS offers interdisciplinary training that allows for individual emphases: The Core (56 ECTS) encompasses basic and advanced academic skills, reflections on knowledge and science, and a curriculum on Responsibility and Leadership. In the Electives (64 ECTS) , students can choose from a variety of options and courses as well as undertake study projects of their own. The Major (102 ECTS + 16 ECTS Multidisciplinarity) constitutes the students’ training in a specific academic field. LAS offers four Majors: (1) Environmental and Sustainability Sciences, (2) Life Sciences, (3) Governance, (4) Culture and History.   Have a look at our course insights: https://www.ucf.uni-freiburg.de/liberal-arts-and-sciences/teaching-and-learning Read what students and alumni say about LAS in our LAS Stories: https://www.ucf.uni-freiburg.de/prospective-students/las-stories And visit our online and live Open Days: https://www.ucf.uni-freiburg.de/open-days
  • Licentiate Program in Catholic Theology, Licentiatus Theologiae (Lic. theol.),
  • Linguistics – Language, Communication, Cognition, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    Quantitative and qualitative empirical research methods Overview of modern linguistic research Visits of conferences, workshops, and internship opportunities Structure, variation and change, language contact Multilingualism Discourse and communication Typology and cross-linguistic diversity, endangered languages Language in Interaction and conversation analysis Psycholinguistics, neurolinguistics, gender linguistics, language and cognition, language and behaviour
  • Linguistics*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
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  • Magister Catholic Theology, Magister Theologiae – 1 field degree program,
  • Magister Theologiae – Ecclesiastical Examination*, Ecclesiastical Examination – 1 field degree program,
  • Magister Theologiae*, Magister Theologiae – 1 field degree program,
  • Master of Finance*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Mathematics*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The course of study begins with introductory lecture courses on analysis and linear algebra and continues with an introduction to several mathematical subdisciplines. It acquaints students with the principles of mathematical thought and work and enables future teachers come to grips with the continually evolving field of school mathematics. Prerequisites for a successful course of study include motivation and interest in mathematics. Prior knowledge in advanced mathematics is not a prerequisite, but a solid background in school mathematics is useful. It is possible to switch between the teacher education program and the bachelor’s program in the early phases of the course of study.
  • Mathematics, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Mathematicians are in demand in many branches: banks, insurance, business consultancy, the computer industry, and many more. The bachelor’s program acquaints students with the principles of mathematical thought and work and introduces them to the most important subdisciplines of the field. Students can design part of the course of study themselves by choosing lecture courses on specialized topics and elective courses, e.g., in physics, computer science, or economics. Graduates of the bachelor’s program are qualified to begin the master’s program. Prior knowledge in advanced mathematics is not a prerequisite, but a solid background in school mathematics is useful. It is possible to switch between the teacher education program and the bachelor’s program in the early phases of the course of study.
  • Mathematics, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Mathematics, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Mathematics, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Mathematics, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Students can elect to specialize and write their master’s thesis in any subdiscipline of mathematics offered in Freiburg, including Algebra, Algebraic Geometry, Arithmetic Geometry, Number Theory Analysis Applied Analysis and Numerical Analysis (Differential) Geometry and Topology Mathematical Logic, Model Theory and Set Theory Probability Theory, Mathematical Finance, and Statistics
  • Mathematics, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The course of study begins with introductory lecture courses on analysis and linear algebra and continues with an introduction to several mathematical subdisciplines. It acquaints students with the principles of mathematical thought and work and enables future teachers come to grips with the continually evolving field of school mathematics. Prerequisites for a successful course of study include motivation and interest in mathematics. Prior knowledge in advanced mathematics is not a prerequisite, but a solid background in school mathematics is useful. It is possible to switch between the teacher education program and the bachelor’s program in the early phases of the course of study.
  • Media and Cultural Research, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Media and Cultural Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The degree program combines cultural and literary studies with media studies and independent creative work. Students receive the theoretical and historical grounding necessary for reflecting on the ever-changing role of media in modern society. In addition, they receive training in analyzing content transmitted through the media (from texts and classical audiovisual mass media to the multimedia formats of the “new media”), also as a starting point for creating their own media content.

    Many degree programs in the area of media studies focus either primarily on theoretical competence or on practical skills. The degree program in cultural media studies strikes a happy medium between these two paths. The practical side is covered explicitly in two practical media modules and a mandatory internship in media management. The infrastructure for the practical component of the curriculum is provided by the university’s own New Media Center.
  • Medical Sciences – Cardiovascular Research, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The English-language Master’s programme in MSc Medical Sciences - Cardiovascular Research has been designed as a preparatory year for a PhD in the field of cardiovascular research. The curriculum combines a thorough education in general aspects of the structure and function of the cardiovascular system with clinical insights into the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, as well as exposure to ‘wet- and dry-lab’ basic and clinical work. In the first semester, theoretical and clinical contents as well as interdisciplinary competences are taught, while the second semester focuses on the independent preparation of a Master's thesis and thus on the various aspects of scientific work. Module components cover theoretical and practical aspects, with a strong focus on hands-on training: for example the derivation and evaluation of one's own stress electrocardiogram, single cardiomyocyte contraction and action potential measurements, histological examination of the healthy and diseased heart and observing open-chest surgery.

    In addition to knowledge acquisition, the course offers a broad-based introduction to prerequisites, opportunities, and consequences of medical activity and familiarizes students with the ethical dimension of medical practice and research.
  • Medical Technology (Continuing Education Program)*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The postgraduate degree program Medical Technology (M.Sc.) is offered by the University of Freiburg in cooperation with Furtwangen University. It is geared toward medical doctors of all fields and graduates of natural sciences and engineering programs who seek further training in medical technology and medical physics. Our goal is to provide the graduates with a wide range of skills to help them keep abreast of recent technical developments in medicine, both in the inpatient and in the outpatient sector. This enables them to improve patient care as well as the security of clinical operations and investments and provides them with fresh impetus for the areas of research and development as well as staff training. As of this year it is also possible to take single modules in the course of modular further education. This offers the opportunity to arrange individual curricula corresponding with interests and professional focus, previous knowledge and flexibility regarding the timetable. The successful participation in single courses will be rewarded with certificates and can be credited for the postgraduate degree program Medical Technology (M.Sc.).
  • Medieval and Early Modern Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The interdisciplinary Master's program "Medieval and early modern studies" is supported by more than 10 departments and institutes, spanning 5 university faculties. It is designed for students from Germany and abroad whose previous academic work has included an emphasis on medieval studies. Through specialization in a particular area, students of this program will deepen their knowledge of their chosen field. At the same time, through participation in relevant courses in neighbouring fields and interdisciplinary training in medieval studies methods, they will acquire a methodologically and theoretically broad scientific view of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The two-year program is organized into three sections: the curriculum individuale, curriculum commune and curriculum particulare. In the curriculum individuale, students choose their personal area of specialization. Their Master's thesis will then be carried out within this area of expertise. The curriculum commune encompasses courses in interdisciplinary methods, lecture cycles and a module of practice-oriented activities, which all students of the program must complete. In the curriculum particulare, interdisciplinary knowledge and methods are fostered through participation in courses representing the whole spectrum of medieval studies offered at the University of Freiburg.
  • Medieval and Renaissance Studies*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The interdisciplinary Master's program "Medieval and Renaissance Studies" is supported by more than 10 departments and institutes, spanning 5 university faculties. It is designed for students from Germany and abroad whose previous academic work has included an emphasis on medieval studies. Through specialization in a particular area, students of this program will deepen their knowledge of their chosen field. At the same time, through participation in relevant courses in neighbouring fields and interdisciplinary training in medieval studies methods, they will acquire a methodologically and theoretically broad scientific view of the Middle Ages and Renaissance. The two-year program is organized into three sections: the curriculum individuale, curriculum commune and curriculum particulare. In the curriculum individuale, students choose their personal area of specialization. Their Master's thesis will then be carried out within this area of expertise. The curriculum commune encompasses courses in interdisciplinary methods, lecture cycles and a module of practice-oriented activities, which all students of the program must complete. In the curriculum particulare, interdisciplinary knowledge and methods are fostered through participation in courses representing the whole spectrum of medieval studies offered at the University of Freiburg.
  • Medieval German Literature and Language*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The field of Medieval German Literature and Language focuses on the history of German literature from its beginnings to the 16th century in its historical and sociocultural context as well as on the development of the German language in this period.
  • Medieval Latin Philology*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Medieval Latin Philology, Editorial Theory and Codicology*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The degree program in Medieval Latin Philology teaches the necessary methods and skills for contextualizing and interpreting medieval Latin texts. Students receive instruction and training in the areas of concentration written culture and book culture of the Middle Ages as well as editorial theory, providing them with the proper tools for the scholarly analysis of pre-modern textual culture. They thus acquire knowledge that is also useful in other areas of medieval studies, such as medieval history or the philology of the medieval vernacular languages. This consecutive degree program is therefore not only appropriate for students of medieval or classical Latin, but also for graduates of undergraduate programs in other fields who are interested in expanding on a specialization in medieval studies (e.g., B.A. in German Studies).
  • Meteorology and Climatology*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Meteorology is the study of physical and chemical processes and the resulting conditions in the atmosphere, which forms the layer of gases surrounding the Earth. Meteorological processes run in various spatial and temporal scales. Climatology is a subdiscipline of meteorology that focuses on the analysis and description of intermediate processes and states in the atmosphere (climate) and the climate system and changes to them. The most widely known area of application of meteorology is weather forecasting. However, meteorology and climatology also play a role in questions of air pollution control, settlement and land-use planning, environmental protection, agriculture and forestry, landscape ecology, and energy management. An area that is currently particularly prominent is research concerning climate change.
  • Microsystems Engineering (taught in German), Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Microsystems Engineering: Technology for a smart world! Make the world a better place Address the complex challenges facing our society in the areas of climate change, energy conservation, pollution, biodiversity, resource efficiency and biomedicine through innovative solutions. Engineering science of the future Energy and environmental technology, medical technology, sustainable mobility or smart applications in information technology and telecommunications - no industry can do without Microsystems Engineering any more. Active participation in the development of high-tech technologies With a broad engineering background, you will not only deal with technical matters. You will also adress aspects of sustainability like energy efficiency, environment or resilience. You will work in an interdisciplinary way and develop forward-looking technologies for present and future generations. The miniaturisation and integration of many functions in a minimal space creates small intelligent systems that achieve great things. Our goal is to develop solutions that help to make life more sustainable, healthier, safer, more comfortable, more versatile and, last but not least, easier. Biomedical Microsystems Mobile diagnostics with innovative minilabs Personalised therapies Intelligent implants Intelligent Integrated Microsytems Sensors record energy and material flows Reduction of energy consumption reduces CO2 emissions Electrical energy is harvested from the environment Technical systems take direct measures against climate change Intelligent Materials and Bio-Inspired Systems Microelectronics Glass injection moulding Biogenic materials Surfaces with adjustable wetting behaviour Photonics Crystals for generating and manipulating laser light, e.g. for fast and acurate sensor technology for industrial quality assurance Optical chips, e.g. for integrated distance sensors for autonomous driving Novel laser scanning microscopes with super-resolution or light-sheet as well as optical tweezers, optical traps and particle tracking to better understand living cells, particle dynamics and infectious diseases Innovative micro-optics, e.g. to pack highly functional cameras into a smartphone Fluidic optics, e.g. to build a microscope from water drops
  • Microsystems Engineering, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Microsystems, MEMS or micromachines – many names for an exciting and dynamic engineering discipline which combines expertise from areas as diverse as electrical and mechanical engineering, materials, life sciences and many more. With 22 professors and about 300 research and technical staff, our Department of Microsystems Engineering (IMTEK) is one of the world’s largest academic institutions in this field. We are dedicated to interdisciplinary high-tech research with a strong focus on its application. During the first year, you have five mandatory courses (Micro-electronics, Micro-mechanics, Microsystems Technologies and Processes, Microsystems Design Lab I as well as Signal Processing). In addition, you will choose five out of eight compulsory elective courses. Specialization You can specialize in one of the following areas: Circuits and Systems Biomedical Engineering Materials and Fabrication Photonics
  • Midwifery Science, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    The bachelor's degree program in midwifery science is equally science- and practice-oriented. In both the theoretical and practical study phases as part of the university education, students are taught sound knowledge and skills on a broad professional basis. The study of midwifery qualifies the students for a reflected, obstetric action on a scientific level in the individual care of pregnant women, women in labor, women in childbed and newborns in the various fields of midwifery. In addition, graduates are enabled to contribute to the scientifically based further development of care structures and processes of the midwifery profession and to critically reflect on their actions against the background of various conditioning factors and to contribute to the further development of midwifery practice.
  • Mikrosystemtechnik (taught in German), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Interdisciplinary work and research Microsystems engineering is the engineering discipline with the broadest focus: elements from mathematics, physics, chemistry, electrical engineering and materials science form the cornerstones of exciting innovations. Microsystems engineering - a versatile technology that industries can no longer do without The products we deal with on a daily basis are becoming ever smaller, more powerful, smarter, more connected and more independent. Often, however, the sensors and systems that are in these everyday objects are so miniaturized that they are nearly invisible. That is precisely the reason they have taken a foothold in most industries. A lot of the products and systems within such sectors as the automobile industry, medical services, communications and energy are unimaginable today without microsystems engineering, making your career as a microsystems engineer a versatile and exciting choice! Your benefits as a Microsystems Engineering student: Study at one of the world’s largest and leading academic research centers in the field of microsystems engineering With around 440 students and 22 professors, we offer an excellent student-teacher ratio for optimal supervisory support. State-of-the-art equipment with a designated clean room: Here you will become familiar with working in this special laboratory environment. The German taught Master of Science Mikrosystemtechnik programme has been designed for students with a bachelor's degree in microsystems engineering or a closely related discipline. (Students having a bachelor's in Electronics, Mechatronics, Communication and Electronics, Instrumentation, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, are kindly asked to apply for the English taught programme MSc. Microsystems Engineering .
  • Modern China Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The English language M.A. program Modern China Studies is consecutive and has a strong emphasis on academic research. In terms of content, the program focuses on phenomena and processes shaping China in the 20th and 21st centuries while at the same time taking into account the historical processes leading up to the these processes and phenomena. Seminars introduce students to central topics, methods and theories of Modern China Studies. During a one semester stay abroad, students immerse themselves in a foreign academic culture, extend their language competence and aquire intercultural sensitivity. Successful graduates of the program qualify for jobs relating to China in academia, foundations, journalism, (further) education and private enterprises.
  • Modern German Literature*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Modern German Literature focuses on German literature from the 16th century to the present, taking into account the historical and sociocultural context as well as approaches from literary theory and comparative literature. The goal of the program is to teach students skills in interpreting literary texts.
  • Modern German Literature, Culture, Media, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Modern Islamic World*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Molecular Medicine*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    The goal of the degree program is to teach the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to conduct independent scientific work in biomedical research, development, diagnostics, and production. Graduates of the program should be capable of: - formulating scientific questions in theoretical or clinical research independently and addressing them with modern methodology, - linking content and questions of medicine with ways of thinking and working from the natural sciences, - thinking beyond the bounds of individual disciplines and applying interdisciplinary knowledge to clinical questions, - applying statistical procedures and models for describing life processes to questions of clinical and experimental medicine, - illustrating scientific findings and concepts in written and oral form using medical terms and taking into account their ethical and legal background, - with the goal of explaining the causes of illnesses on the molecular level through the methods of molecular biology and cell biology and using this knowledge to derive new possibilities for diagnostics, therapy, and prevention.
  • Molecular Medicine, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    The goal of the degree program is to teach the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to conduct independent scientific work in biomedical research, development, diagnostics, and production. Graduates of the program should be capable of: - formulating scientific questions in theoretical or clinical research independently and addressing them with modern methodology, - linking content and questions of medicine with ways of thinking and working from the natural sciences, - thinking beyond the bounds of individual disciplines and applying interdisciplinary knowledge to clinical questions, - applying statistical procedures and models for describing life processes to questions of clinical and experimental medicine, - illustrating scientific findings and concepts in written and oral form using medical terms and taking into account their ethical and legal background, - with the goal of explaining the causes of illnesses on the molecular level through the methods of molecular biology and cell biology and using this knowledge to derive new possibilities for diagnostics, therapy, and prevention.
  • Molecular Medicine, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Musicology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The bachelor’s program takes the compositional foundations of Western music as a starting point to provide an initial overview of the field of musicology, which is combined from the outset with a methodological grounding. Research and teaching at the department focuses on the area of historical music research, which is concerned primarily with the creation, notation, appearance, rendition, performance, function, and impact of works from the history of European music. It includes music philology (the study of sources and the preparation of critical sheet music), musical analysis, the study of historical performance practice, biography, historical characterizations of music in their cultural and social context, reception research (the history of the impact of works of music), and the historical development of music theory, aesthetics, and musical terminology. In order to complete the course of study, students must possess excellent German language skills as well as good skills in English and one other foreign language. Although musicology is a theory-driven field of study, it is connected to musical practice in numerous ways. Familiarity with the basic principles of music theory and prior practical experience with music are thus necessary prerequisites for a successful course of study in the field. This includes experience with composition, the ability to form a mental picture of music just by reading the sheet music, and basic knowledge of the history of music and the musical repertoire.
  • Musicology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The bachelor’s program takes the compositional foundations of Western music as a starting point to provide an initial overview of the field of musicology, which is combined from the outset with a methodological grounding. Research and teaching at the department focuses on the area of historical music research, which is concerned primarily with the creation, notation, appearance, rendition, performance, function, and impact of works from the history of European music. It includes music philology (the study of sources and the preparation of critical sheet music), musical analysis, the study of historical performance practice, biography, historical characterizations of music in their cultural and social context, reception research (the history of the impact of works of music), and the historical development of music theory, aesthetics, and musical terminology. In order to complete the course of study, students must possess excellent German language skills as well as good skills in English and one other foreign language. Although musicology is a theory-driven field of study, it is connected to musical practice in numerous ways. Familiarity with the basic principles of music theory and prior practical experience with music are thus necessary prerequisites for a successful course of study in the field. This includes experience with composition, the ability to form a mental picture of music just by reading the sheet music, and basic knowledge of the history of music and the musical repertoire.
  • Musicology, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The M.A. program in musicology teaches practices and methods for describing, analyzing, and critically evaluating works of music of all genres and periods and placing them in their cultural, political, economic, and social context. Special emphasis is placed on developing the students’ sensitivity and sense of judgment concerning the formal and aesthetic elements of these works and their significance. Analytical tasks train the students to express their practical listening experiences in words, thus building on the skills in composition and forming a mental image of music they acquired in the B.A. program and extending their grasp of the history of music and their familiarity with a broad musical repertoire. The overarching goal is to train and strengthen the students’ powers of critical thinking and judgment with regard to methodology and developing their own critical standpoint.
  • Nature Conservation and Landscape Management*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    In addition to classical themes from natural protection and landscape conservation, such as morphology, species and biotope protection, scientific concepts, practical landscape conservation, and biotope management, this course of study also includes the content necessary to place natural protection and landscape conservation in a normative, political, legal, organizational, and pedagogical context. The minor field program endeavors to relate this content to concrete professions; examples include administrative positions the EU, the federal government and state and local government, positions at national and regional confederations and associations (nature and environmental conservation, hiking, tourism), and many others. In addition, the program lays the foundation for further study in a master’s program, such as “Forestry,” “Environmental Governance,” or ”Forest Ecology and Management” in Freiburg.
  • Neuroscience, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Neuroscience is the scientific study of the nervous system and the brain, with the aim to unravel their function. Modern neuroscience investigates the brain on multiple scales, ranging from the molecular level to behaviour using a combination of experimental and theoretical techniques. Thus, neuroscience is multi-disciplinary drawing from biology, medicine, behavioural sciences, engineering, computer science, mathematics and physics. Beyond fundamental research, neuroscientific research comprises the development and application of new technologies to understand, repair, replace and enhance nervous system function, as well as the exploitation of neuroscientific advances for technological innovation. Such applications hold the potential to revolutionise medical treatments and are therefore of relevance for the medical devices and pharmaceutical industries. The Master of Science in Neuroscience at Freiburg University unites teaching expertise at the faculties of biology, engineering, and behavioral sciences and economics to offer a coherent course program that provides the training needed by the next generation neuroscientists.
  • Norwegian*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Attendant Field
  • Nursing Sciences, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Students of the program acquire clinical skills and basic skills in clinical research for evidence-based care. The program is oriented toward international standards for initial academic training in care. Students have the option of receiving professional qualification as a registered nurse in the course of the program (at the end of the second year). In the third year of the program students choose an area of specialization. Students complete internships each semester to obtain clinical skills. Examinations are conducted at the end of each module to test the students’ progress.
  • Nursing Sciences, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Palliative Care (Continuing Education Program), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The main goal of the degree program, which is designed to be completed alongside a full-time job, is to provide health care professionals engaged in the area of palliative care practically oriented and academically challenging further training in this area and qualify them for positions in the management and praxis of stationary and ambulant palliative care, in training and continuing education, and in science and research. The program provides students with the necessary competencies to care for critically ill and dying patients as well as their families and friends, including central skills in medicine, psychology, social science, ethics, and organizational management, as well as comprehensive methods for analyzing, developing, and designing modern palliative care structures.
  • Periodontics (Continuing Education Program)*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The online master in Periodontics is a six-semester degree program for licensed dentists that provides theoretical foundations and practical skills in the diagnostics and therapy of diseases in the supporting structures of the teeth. The online portions of the program are designed to impart theoretical knowledge. In this phase, students receive intensive tutoring by trained tele-tutors. The on-campus portions of the program are reserved for practical training in conducting operations. The aging of our society and its heightened interest in dental health will lead to an increased demand for periodontal therapy and thus also to an increased importance of the field of periodontics. The new master online in Periodontics responds to this demand by providing a high-quality and methodologically sound postgraduate program for dentists who wish to gain qualifications in this field.
  • Periodontology and Implant Therapy (continuing education program), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The online master in Periodontics is a six-semester degree program for licensed dentists that provides theoretical foundations and practical skills in the diagnostics and therapy of diseases in the supporting structures of the teeth. The online portions of the program are designed to impart theoretical knowledge. In this phase, students receive intensive tutoring by trained tele-tutors. The on-campus portions of the program are reserved for practical training in conducting operations. The aging of our society and its heightened interest in dental health will lead to an increased demand for periodontal therapy and thus also to an increased importance of the field of periodontics. The new master online in Periodontics responds to this demand by providing a high-quality and methodologically sound postgraduate program for dentists who wish to gain qualifications in this field.
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Pharmacy is a field in the natural sciences that is closely related to the life sciences and medicine. Our goal in the bachelor’s program in Pharmaceutical Sciences is to provide students an interdisciplinary scientific education in the core subjects pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical biology, and pharmaceutical technology, also taking into consideration relevant medical aspects of the field. Students then go on to pursue specializations in the analysis and quality control of medicinal drugs as well as the development of new active ingredients. Great emphasis is placed on including current research findings. The program is designed to be completed in six semesters and leads to the bachelor of science (B.Sc.). In principle, it qualifies students to enroll in a master’s program in the area of pharmacy or in another area of the natural sciences.
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The interdisciplinary master's program in Pharmaceutical Sciences builds on the basic skills in natural sciences taught in the bachelor's program and provides a broad grounding in pharmaceutics at a high level and a solid introduction to the different areas of pharmacy: pharmaceutical chemistry, pharmaceutical biology, pharmaceutical technology, bioinformatics, biochemistry, and pharmacology. The elective modules allow students to choose a specialization in one of these areas. The master's program in Pharmaceutical Sciences encourages students to build up an individual scientific profile. Some of the credits may be earned at other faculties of the university, at external research institutes, or abroad. A central goal of the master's program in Pharmaceutical Sciences is to teach the students to conduct independent experimental scientific research. The successful completion of the master's program provides qualifications for positions in pharmaceutical research as well as for a specialization in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Pharmacy, State Examination,
    Pharmacy is the science that deals with medicinal agents and drugs. The curriculum of the state examination program is defined in the nationwide regulations on medical registration for pharmacists. It conveys knowledge related to medicinal drugs and the skills the trained pharmacist needs to conduct scientific research, to critically evaluate findings, and to work responsibly with pharmaceuticals. Graduates practice their profession at public pharmacies, in hospitals, in the pharmaceutical industry, at universities, and in administration. They are engaged in the development, production, and analysis of medicinal drugs as well as in dispensing them and providing information on their effects and side effects. The standard period of study is eight semesters. It is followed by a one-year internship.
  • Philosophy, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Philosophy is interpretation of the possibilities and premises of how we conduct our lives and experience the world. Things come more clearly into focus when we see them in a new context that is not colored by our present situation. Only then do they become philosophical in nature. Philosophy encompasses a variety of questions which are subject to change depending on the current historical situation and on what other philosophies a philosopher draws on. What a course of study in philosophy thus entails above all is inquiry into the great classical philosophies. They are the best way to familiarize oneself with the peculiarities of philosophical ways of thinking. In addition, classical conceptions of philosophy provide us an opportunity to view the basic assumptions of our current understanding of life from a distance. The objective of philosophy is to achieve the most possible clarity concerning our lives as human beings and a world that does not belong to us alone. 190 Politikwissenschaft Political Science The goal of the course of study is to provide students with the skills and abilities necessary for engagement with normative foundations, political processes, and decisions and for critical analysis of the functional logic of political institutions, processes, and systems. In particular, political science includes the following three subdisciplines: - Comparative Political Science - International Politics - Political Theory
  • Philosophy, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Philosophy is interpretation of the possibilities and premises of how we conduct our lives and experience the world. Things come more clearly into focus when we see them in a new context that is not colored by our present situation. Only then do they become philosophical in nature. Philosophy encompasses a variety of questions which are subject to change depending on the current historical situation and on what other philosophies a philosopher draws on. What a course of study in philosophy thus entails above all is inquiry into the great classical philosophies. They are the best way to familiarize oneself with the peculiarities of philosophical ways of thinking. In addition, classical conceptions of philosophy provide us an opportunity to view the basic assumptions of our current understanding of life from a distance. The objective of philosophy is to achieve the most possible clarity concerning our lives as human beings and a world that does not belong to us alone.
  • Philosophy, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Philosophy/Ethics*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major Field
    Philosophy deals with questions that it is not possible to ask or answer within the context of daily life or scientific research, questions concerning things that are taken for granted in daily life and are simply assumed in scientific inquiry. Thus, as philosophy asks questions that go beyond our trusted action orientations and the empirically validated knowledge of science, it does not lead to knowledge in the usual sense of the word. It is interpretation of life and the world, or in other words: of the possibilities and premises of how we conduct our lives and experience the world. The objective of philosophy is to achieve the most possible clarity concerning our lives as human beings and a world that does not belong to us alone. The possibilities for philosophical analysis also differ from the findings of scientific research in that they cannot be made obsolete by subsequent findings in the sense of a gradual progression of knowledge. Whereas earlier scientific solution proposals are usually outdated, all grand philosophical conceptions that have achieved the status of classic remain valid. They may be modified to a certain extent in contemporary debates, and one must assume them as a premise to understand these debates. In addition, classical conceptions of philosophy provide us an opportunity to view the basic assumptions of our current understanding of life from a distance. Things come more clearly into focus when we see them in a new context that is not colored by our present situation. Only then do they become philosophical in nature. What a course of study in philosophy thus entails above all is inquiry into the great classical philosophies. The classical philosophers include Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, Descartes, Leibniz, Hume, Kant, Fichte, Hegel, Schelling, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Husserl, Wittgenstein, und Heidegger. These authors provide us with the questions and the conceptual possibilities for philosophical thought. Their works are the best way to familiarize oneself with the peculiarities of philosophical ways of thinking. The curriculum takes this into account. The introductory phase includes a two-semester interpretation course on a classical text of philosophy. This interpretation course is a required course. At least two interpretation courses begin each semester. They are supported by two tutorials each, which are also obligatory. Another required course is an introduction to formal logic, which is designed to familiarize students with the possibilities of logical thinking and thus with the formal tool of the philosopher’s trade. This course is offered each winter semester. Philosophy encompasses a variety of questions which are subject to change depending on the current historical situation and on what other philosophies a philosopher draws on. Nevertheless, the various subdisciplines of philosophy have remained essentially the same since the time of Aristotle. A basic distinction is drawn between theoretical and practical philosophy, and the first of the two is traditionally considered to be more important. Theoretical philosophy is concerned with inquiry into the nature of being inasmuch as it is being (“ontology”), which leads to the question of the possibilities of knowledge and belief (“epistemology”). Practical philosophy includes ethics, which is concerned primarily with the question of the individual good life and proper behavior, and political philosophy, which deals with the various forms of political community under the aspect of justice. These basic questions have become differentiated in the course of the modern age. Questions on the nature of the beautiful in art and nature, for instance, have come to be viewed as forming a discreet subdiscipline called philosophical aesthetics under the influence of Kant. By the same token, ontological and epistemological inquiry on the topic of science has come to be known under the name philosophy of science. Areas like philosophy of language, philosophy of history, social philosophy, or action theory, on the other hand, should be viewed more as specializations within the context of the two main philosophical disciplines. In modern times philosophy has been increasingly obliged to justify its way of acquiring knowledge against the possibilities of scientific inquiry. This can happen when philosophical thinking takes a scientific approach, which is not seldom the case in analytical philosophy. The alternative is to emphasize the points in which philosophy has its own justification, which was done in the twentieth century particularly in phenomenological and hermeneutical philosophy. Freiburg is committed to this task on the basis of tradition alone. The goal of both research and instruction is to develop philosophical questions independently within the horizon provided by tradition. A course of study in the field provides a solid grounding in both the history and the methods of philosophy.
  • Philosophy/Ethics, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Philosophy/Ethics, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    Philosophy deals with questions that it is not possible to ask or answer within the context of daily life or scientific research, questions concerning things that are taken for granted in daily life and are simply assumed in scientific inquiry. Thus, as philosophy asks questions that go beyond our trusted action orientations and the empirically validated knowledge of science, it does not lead to knowledge in the usual sense of the word. It is interpretation of life and the world, or in other words: of the possibilities and premises of how we conduct our lives and experience the world. The objective of philosophy is to achieve the most possible clarity concerning our lives as human beings and a world that does not belong to us alone. The possibilities for philosophical analysis also differ from the findings of scientific research in that they cannot be made obsolete by subsequent findings in the sense of a gradual progression of knowledge. Whereas earlier scientific solution proposals are usually outdated, all grand philosophical conceptions that have achieved the status of classic remain valid. They may be modified to a certain extent in contemporary debates, and one must assume them as a premise to understand these debates. In addition, classical conceptions of philosophy provide us an opportunity to view the basic assumptions of our current understanding of life from a distance. Things come more clearly into focus when we see them in a new context that is not colored by our present situation. Only then do they become philosophical in nature. What a course of study in philosophy thus entails above all is inquiry into the great classical philosophies. The classical philosophers include Plato, Aristotle, Augustine, Thomas Aquinas, Descartes, Leibniz, Hume, Kant, Fichte, Hegel, Schelling, Schopenhauer, Nietzsche, Husserl, Wittgenstein, und Heidegger. These authors provide us with the questions and the conceptual possibilities for philosophical thought. Their works are the best way to familiarize oneself with the peculiarities of philosophical ways of thinking. The curriculum takes this into account. The introductory phase includes a two-semester interpretation course on a classical text of philosophy. This interpretation course is a required course. At least two interpretation courses begin each semester. They are supported by two tutorials each, which are also obligatory. Another required course is an introduction to formal logic, which is designed to familiarize students with the possibilities of logical thinking and thus with the formal tool of the philosopher’s trade. This course is offered each winter semester. Philosophy encompasses a variety of questions which are subject to change depending on the current historical situation and on what other philosophies a philosopher draws on. Nevertheless, the various subdisciplines of philosophy have remained essentially the same since the time of Aristotle. A basic distinction is drawn between theoretical and practical philosophy, and the first of the two is traditionally considered to be more important. Theoretical philosophy is concerned with inquiry into the nature of being inasmuch as it is being (“ontology”), which leads to the question of the possibilities of knowledge and belief (“epistemology”). Practical philosophy includes ethics, which is concerned primarily with the question of the individual good life and proper behavior, and political philosophy, which deals with the various forms of political community under the aspect of justice. These basic questions have become differentiated in the course of the modern age. Questions on the nature of the beautiful in art and nature, for instance, have come to be viewed as forming a discreet subdiscipline called philosophical aesthetics under the influence of Kant. By the same token, ontological and epistemological inquiry on the topic of science has come to be known under the name philosophy of science. Areas like philosophy of language, philosophy of history, social philosophy, or action theory, on the other hand, should be viewed more as specializations within the context of the two main philosophical disciplines. In modern times philosophy has been increasingly obliged to justify its way of acquiring knowledge against the possibilities of scientific inquiry. This can happen when philosophical thinking takes a scientific approach, which is not seldom the case in analytical philosophy. The alternative is to emphasize the points in which philosophy has its own justification, which was done in the twentieth century particularly in phenomenological and hermeneutical philosophy. Freiburg is committed to this task on the basis of tradition alone. The goal of both research and instruction is to develop philosophical questions independently within the horizon provided by tradition. A course of study in the field provides a solid grounding in both the history and the methods of philosophy.
  • Photovoltaics (Continuing Education Program)*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The online master’s program in photovoltaics is unique due to its combination of flexible online learning and a profound technological focus. The accredited program provides an education in physics, technology, systems engineering, and the foundations of business management in the area of photovoltaics.

    The program unites the theoretical depth expected of a master of science program with practical training and industrial relevance in a unique way. Renowned professors from the Fraunhofer ISE and the University of Freiburg ensure that the program adheres to high standards. A large part of the practical training for the program is conducted in the laboratories of the Fraunhofer ISE in Freiburg.
  • Physical Education*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
  • Physical Education, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Physical Education, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
  • Physicotechnical Medicine (Continuing Education Program)*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The online master’s program in Physicotechnical Medicine (PTM), offered by the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Freiburg in cooperation with the Faculty of Mechanical and Process Engineering of the Furtwangen University of Applied Sciences, enables practicing doctors to receive further training in the use of medical technology. The curriculum follows the principle of blended learning and teaches skills in guiding medical personnel and in conducting research and development work at hospitals and at companies; it also teaches, e.g., expert knowledge on making competent decisions on investments in medical equipment. As an international degree, the M.Sc. qualifies as credit toward a doctoral degree.
  • Physics*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    "Why earn a master’s degree in physics?
    Open to students who have completed a bachelor of science in physics, the M.Sc. program in Physics builds upon the basic grounding in the field students receive as undergraduates. It includes training in advanced topics in physics and selected areas of specialization. The last year of the program is devoted to the completion of a master’s thesis, with which students provide evidence of their ability to conduct independent research. Earning a master of science, equivalent to the previous “Diplom” degree, is advisable for anyone who wishes to pursue a research career related to physics. The bachelor/master structure is still young in Germany, but initial experiences show that the typical professional areas for university degree holders in physics – the software or technical industry, consulting and financial management, etc. – appreciate graduate-level qualifications. Moreover, for graduates of the bachelor’s program it is the next natural step toward a PhD, which in turn is a prerequisite for leading positions in business or industry or for a university career.

    The Master’s Program at the University of Freiburg The master’s program in Physics at the University of Freiburg focuses on three core areas: “condensed/soft matter,” “atomic, molecular, and optical physics,” and “particles and fields.” These areas cover both theoretical and experimental aspects of problems, ranging from the fundamental constituents and interactions of matter to complex atomic and molecular systems, with applications that vary from pure physics to biology, chemistry, medical science, and engineering. Besides providing an education in solid physics, the program also offers access to fundamental research.
    The master’s degree program in Freiburg is held in English, with only very few lectures being conducted in German, and is intended for German as well as international students with a bachelor’s degree in physics (or an equivalent degree in a related science). The program runs over four semesters, i.e., two years, and concludes with a final one-year thesis, which can be written either directly at the Institute of Physics or at one of the research institutes associated with the university – the Freiburg Materials Research Center (FMF), the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE), the Kiepenheuer Institute for Solar Physics (KIS), or the Freiburg Center for Data Analysis and Modeling (FDM).
  • Physics*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    The common distinction between experimental physics and theoretical physics at universities only serves as a way to refer to different ways of working within the field of physics; it does not represent two different courses of study. The nature of physics consists in combining experiment and theory, and a course of study in physics includes both in the same measure. The goal of the course of study in Physics is to teach students the foundations of the field. Not until students write their final thesis do they tackle a special problem in physics from a experimental or a theoretical perspective. A very important prerequisite for studying physics is sufficient mathematical aptitude. Since physics makes much more intensive use of mathematics than other natural sciences, the physicist must acquire much better math skills than those taught in school. Mathematics and physics is thus a good combination of fields for students in the teacher education program.
  • Physics, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
  • Physics, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Physics, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Physics, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Physics, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    "Why earn a master’s degree in physics?
    Open to students who have completed a bachelor of science in physics, the M.Sc. program in Physics builds upon the basic grounding in the field students receive as undergraduates. It includes training in advanced topics in physics and selected areas of specialization. The last year of the program is devoted to the completion of a master’s thesis, with which students provide evidence of their ability to conduct independent research. Earning a master of science, equivalent to the previous “Diplom” degree, is advisable for anyone who wishes to pursue a research career related to physics. The bachelor/master structure is still young in Germany, but initial experiences show that the typical professional areas for university degree holders in physics – the software or technical industry, consulting and financial management, etc. – appreciate graduate-level qualifications. Moreover, for graduates of the bachelor’s program it is the next natural step toward a PhD, which in turn is a prerequisite for leading positions in business or industry or for a university career.

    The Master’s Program at the University of Freiburg The master’s program in Physics at the University of Freiburg focuses on three core areas: “condensed/soft matter,” “atomic, molecular, and optical physics,” and “particles and fields.” These areas cover both theoretical and experimental aspects of problems, ranging from the fundamental constituents and interactions of matter to complex atomic and molecular systems, with applications that vary from pure physics to biology, chemistry, medical science, and engineering. Besides providing an education in solid physics, the program also offers access to fundamental research.
    The master’s degree program in Freiburg is held in English, with only very few lectures being conducted in German, and is intended for German as well as international students with a bachelor’s degree in physics (or an equivalent degree in a related science). The program runs over four semesters, i.e., two years, and concludes with a final one-year thesis, which can be written either directly at the Institute of Physics or at one of the research institutes associated with the university – the Freiburg Materials Research Center (FMF), the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (ISE), the Kiepenheuer Institute for Solar Physics (KIS), or the Freiburg Center for Data Analysis and Modeling (FDM).
  • Physics, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    The common distinction between experimental physics and theoretical physics at universities only serves as a way to refer to different ways of working within the field of physics; it does not represent two different courses of study. The nature of physics consists in combining experiment and theory, and a course of study in physics includes both in the same measure. The goal of the course of study in Physics is to teach students the foundations of the field. Not until students write their final thesis do they tackle a special problem in physics from a experimental or a theoretical perspective. A very important prerequisite for studying physics is sufficient mathematical aptitude. Since physics makes much more intensive use of mathematics than other natural sciences, the physicist must acquire much better math skills than those taught in school. Mathematics and physics is thus a good combination of fields for students in the teacher education program.
  • Political Science, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The goal of the course of study is to provide students with the skills and abilities necessary for engagement with normative foundations, political processes, and decisions and for critical analysis of the functional logic of political institutions, processes, and systems. In particular, political science includes the following three subdisciplines: - Comparative Political Science - International Politics - Political Theory
  • Political Science, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The goal of the course of study is to provide students with the skills and abilities necessary for engagement with normative foundations, political processes, and decisions and for critical analysis of the functional logic of political institutions, processes, and systems. In particular, political science includes the following three subdisciplines: - Comparative Political Science - International Politics - Political Theory
  • Political Science, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Political Science, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Political Science, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Political Science, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    Political science aims at scientific analysis of the “political” in all of its facets. In particular, the course of study focuses on various forms of government, political institutions, and leadership structures, as well as their social and economic foundations and the values on which they are based. Owing to the methods applied and the questions dealt with in political science, the field has many points of contact with other disciplines, e.g., law, economics, history, sociology, and philosophy. This broad disciplinary scope led one of the early practitioners of political science (Arnold Bergstraesser) to refer to it as a “synoptic science.” However, the field has also been subject to an increasing specialization in the past decades. Today it is common to draw a basic distinction between the subdisciplines “political theory and the history of ideas,” “comparative government” or “comparative analysis of political systems,” and “international politics.” In basic terms, the field of political science deals, first, with the preconditions, criteria, and general framework of politics and political action, second, with the analysis of political processes, and third, with the study of special fields of politics, such as developmental politics, environmental politics, or gender politics. In the first case it is interested particularly in the legal, economic, and societal foundations of politics. The central concept in this context is “constitution,” both in a direct and a metaphorical sense. The analysis of political processes and their actors, on the other hand, focuses on the concepts of “power” and “conflict”: How do politicians acquire, maintain, and pass on power? How are conflicts dealt with and regulated in a national and international context? Finally, research on fields of politics concentrates on the actors involved in the particular fields and the question of how political decisions are reached and implemented in them. These three dimensions refer both to politics in the national and the international sphere. These three areas may be approached from an empirical, historical, or theoretical stance. In order to meet scientific standards, the political scientist must explain which approach is being applied and carefully document each step of the argumentation.
  • Political Science/Economic Science*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major Field
    Political science aims at scientific analysis of the “political” in all of its facets. In particular, the course of study focuses on various forms of government, political institutions, and leadership structures, as well as their social and economic foundations and the values on which they are based. Owing to the methods applied and the questions dealt with in political science, the field has many points of contact with other disciplines, e.g., law, economics, history, sociology, and philosophy. This broad disciplinary scope led one of the early practitioners of political science (Arnold Bergstraesser) to refer to it as a “synoptic science.” However, the field has also been subject to an increasing specialization in the past decades. Today it is common to draw a basic distinction between the subdisciplines “political theory and the history of ideas,” “comparative government” or “comparative analysis of political systems,” and “international politics.” In basic terms, the field of political science deals, first, with the preconditions, criteria, and general framework of politics and political action, second, with the analysis of political processes, and third, with the study of special fields of politics, such as developmental politics, environmental politics, or gender politics. In the first case it is interested particularly in the legal, economic, and societal foundations of politics. The central concept in this context is “constitution,” both in a direct and a metaphorical sense. The analysis of political processes and their actors, on the other hand, focuses on the concepts of “power” and “conflict”: How do politicians acquire, maintain, and pass on power? How are conflicts dealt with and regulated in a national and international context? Finally, research on fields of politics concentrates on the actors involved in the particular fields and the question of how political decisions are reached and implemented in them. These three dimensions refer both to politics in the national and the international sphere. These three areas may be approached from an empirical, historical, or theoretical stance. In order to meet scientific standards, the political scientist must explain which approach is being applied and carefully document each step of the argumentation.
  • Portuguese*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Portuguese deals with the Portuguese language as spoken in Portugal in Europe as well as Brazil in South America, and with the literature of these countries. Students also receive intensive training in spoken and written Portuguese as well as translation.
  • Psychology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Psychology is an empirical science that deals with the experiences and behavior of humans in research and instruction. In the course of the program, students are expected to acquire knowledge, skills, and experiences that will enable them to identify psychological dimensions of problems, formulate suitable methods for solving them, and implement these methods in a scientifically sound manner in a later professional context. The first phase of the course of study includes various foundations courses which convey important theoretical knowledge and central research findings of the field. In the second phase, students build on the knowledge and skills acquired in the first phase and apply them to selected areas of activity and research.
  • Psychology, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    Psychology is an empirical science that deals with the experiences and behavior of humans in research and instruction. Psychological assumptions and theories are tested on the basis of observations and data from scientific experiments. The foundations courses focus on basic questions: How do people solve problems and make decisions? What makes each of us into a distinctive individual? The methods courses teach skills in the organization (planning experiments) and implementation of research methods (conducting interviews, diagnosing achievement and personality). In the practical courses, students acquire practical skills on the basis of the knowledge learned in the foundations courses, e.g., classification of psychological disorders, family counseling, or selection of personnel.
  • Psychology, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    In this master's degree, you will acquire essential skills for later practical work as a psychologist. The focus is on the areas of action, cognition, emotion, interaction and communication from an integrative perspective. The degree program is designed in such a way that you will acquire both in-depth content and methodological knowledge over the course of your studies. The methods subjects include psychological diagnostics, assessment and research methods. Knowledge of methods helps on the one hand in the precise assessment of people and circumstances. It is also necessary for the well-founded evaluation of interventions, programs or the work of institutions. Finally, it enables the critical evaluation of plausible assumptions about important individual or societal problems that are common but may not be reliable. Based on basic introductory lectures, you can deepen your knowledge in four out of six psychological elective subjects in the area of basic and application-oriented psychological subjects: Cognitive Neuropsychology Learning and Instruction Cognition and Action Economic Psychology Higher Cognition Sustainability and Communication As part of your studies, you will have the opportunity to acquire knowledge from other disciplines within the interdisciplinary elective module. You can choose from subjects such as educational science, biology, computer science, cognitive science, criminology, neurolinguistics, philosophy, sociology, sports science, economics and many others. In this way, you not only gain insights into important areas of science outside of psychology, but also learn to link the perspectives of other disciplines with psychological approaches. The ability to integrate interdisciplinary perspectives is nowadays of central importance for both practice and research. As part of skill seminars, you will learn scientifically sound working methods in self-selected projects to develop your profile in the areas of research methods, open science, science communication, teaching, coaching, science communication, etc. In addition, the professional internship that is integrated into your studies will prepare you for your future psychological work. Here you will gain work experience and learn how to put theoretical knowledge to practical use. In the master's thesis, you work on a research question that is largely self-directed, but at the same time well supported. You present your project in a colloquium where you receive useful feedback. YOU contribute with your research to the psychological scientific discourse. This is why you should acquire the Master of Science Psychology at the University of Freiburg: At the Institute of Psychology in Freiburg… profound experience in research and teaching is documented by external rankings. you will find lecturers who have demonstrated excellence in teaching and research and who represent their subject with enthusiasm. you will acquire a good mix of theoretical knowledge, strategies for applying theoretical knowledge and practical experience. you will be offered teaching that promotes critical questioning, linked thinking and informed decision-making. you will benefit from a constructive, lively interaction between students and teachers in an institute with a rich infrastructure for teaching and research.
  • Psychology: Clinical Psychology, Neurosciences and Rehabilitation Sciences*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Psychology: Clinical psychology and psychotherapy, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Psychology: Cognitive Psychology, Learning and Work*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    This thematically broad degree program leads from theoretical foundations to practice. It focuses on cognition, emotion, interaction, and communication, often in particular fields of application, such as learning with new media, human resources development, or teamwork in organizations. The teachers of the program have received multiple awards for their instruction and research. Students of the program learn how to work with scientific findings and methods independently in various professions. Graduates find positions in research, training and continuing education, school psychology, human resources and organizational development, and in freelance professions. They can also go on to complete a course of study in psychotherapy.
  • Regio Chimica, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    The cross-border bachelor’s program in chemistry provides students from France, Germany, and other countries a three-year course of study with courses rotating yearly between the University of Freiburg and the Université de Haute Alsace, Mulhouse. The program includes: basic skills in chemistry basic skills in the minor fields physics, computer science, mathematics, life sciences, and scientific communication techniques intercultural skills and basic skills in management, administration, law, and economics with regard to the three countries in the region (Germany, France, and Switzerland) skills in three languages (French, German, English) The distinctive feature of the program is that the methodological and cultural peculiarities of the participating countries in the various fields of study complement each other and that the courses are taught in both of the partner countries.
  • Religious Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Renewable Energy Engineering and Management*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Renewable energy sources will be without doubt one of the greatest issues facing our society in the future.

    Our aim is to provide international students with a context sensitive first-class training in the field of “Renewable Energy Engineering and Management”. The M.Sc. REM programme is designed to close the strategic gap between the technical aspects of renewable energy and the vision of sustainable development.

    The course is not composed deductively from existing university structures and study programmes, but inductively from analysis of the potential, international employment market and the qualifications it requires. Providing pivotal management skills for practical business purposes, the REM programme offers application oriented specializations in three different fields: energy systems technology, energy conversion and environmental planning and management.

    Graduates will have the ability to plan projects and facilities for the utilization of renewable energy and to implement them while taking account of economic, political and societal concerns. Thus the curriculum is designed to enable unique career prospects in the vocational fields of planning, engineering, consultancy and investment of renewable energy.
  • Renewable Energy Management*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Romance languages and literatures, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The major field program in Romance Studies focuses on the language and culture of the areas in and outside of Europe where Romance languages are spoken (i.e., French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, etc.). Students choose to specialize in two of these Romance languages. Besides learning the languages, they also receive training in the literature, culture, and geography of the countries in which they are spoken. In addition, students learn practical skills such as methods of information collection, enabling them to prepare their own oral presentations and research papers and communicate them in an understandable and effective form using modern technical aids (e.g., PowerPoint).
  • Romance languages and literatures, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The major field program in Romance Studies focuses on the language and culture of the areas in and outside of Europe where Romance languages are spoken (i.e., French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, etc.). Students choose to specialize in two of these Romance languages. Besides learning the languages, they also receive training in the literature, culture, and geography of the countries in which they are spoken. In addition, students learn practical skills such as methods of information collection, enabling them to prepare their own oral presentations and research papers and communicate them in an understandable and effective form using modern technical aids (e.g., PowerPoint).
  • Romance languages and literatures, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Romance Studies*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The major field program in Romance Studies focuses on the language and culture of the areas in and outside of Europe where Romance languages are spoken (i.e., French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, etc.). Students choose to specialize in two of these Romance languages. Besides learning the languages, they also receive training in the literature, culture, and geography of the countries in which they are spoken. In addition, students learn practical skills such as methods of information collection, enabling them to prepare their own oral presentations and research papers and communicate them in an understandable and effective form using modern technical aids (e.g., PowerPoint).
  • Romance Studies*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Romanian*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Romanian concentrates on the language, literature, and culture of the Romanians. Students are also expected to acquire solid basic skills in speaking, writing, and translating. In addition, students learn practical skills such as methods of information collection, enabling them to prepare their own oral presentations and research papers and communicate them in an understandable and effective form using modern technical aids (e.g., PowerPoint).
  • Russia Studies – Literature, History, and German–Russian Cultural Contact, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Russia Studies*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The major field program in Russia Studies focuses on the historical and cultural development of Russia from the beginnings to the present. The course of study teaches active skills in the Russian language and knowledge concerning the Russian cultural area in its geographical context. The program focuses on history, literature, and regional and cultural studies. Graduates should be capable of analyzing and understanding the historical, linguistic, and cultural processes and structures of Russia. The Department of Slavic Languages and Literatures would like to point out that the program Russia Studies is not intended for native speakers of Russian. The department recommends for native speakers to select Slavic Studies as a major field instead.
  • Russian, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Russian, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Russian, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Russian, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
  • Scandinavian Literary and Cultural History, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Scandinavian Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Students of Scandinavian Studies investigate the diverse cultures of the north from the early Middle Ages to the present. The main emphasis of the course of study is on the Scandinavian languages and literatures. Beginning students are not required to possess skills in a Scandinavian language; they have the option of learning Danish, Icelandic, Norwegian, and Swedish during the course of study. Students also receive training in historical forms of the Scandinavian languages, like Old Norse, and in the history of the Scandinavian languages and cultures. The literatures of the individual countries play an important role in the course of study, as do film and other important cultural media. In addition to language skills, students of Scandinavian Studies learn to understand, interpret, and evaluate texts, media, and cultural phenomena in their historical context.
  • Scandinavian Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Students of Scandinavian studies investigate the diverse cultures of the north from the early Middle Ages to the present. The main emphasis of the course of study is on the Scandinavian languages and literatures. Beginning students are not required to possess skills in a Scandinavian language; they have the option of learning Danish, Icelandic, Norwegian, and Swedish during the course of study. In contrast to the major field program, students pursuing a minor in Scandinavian studies select only one of these languages to specialize in. In addition to language skills, students of Scandinavian studies acquire the ability to consider texts, media, and cultural phenomena from a historical perspective and understand, evaluate, and interpret them.
  • Sinology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    Sinology is a philosophical-historical field that focuses on Chinese culture and its development in its intellectual, artistic, and material manifestations. The field is based on the study of primary written and material sources and thus cannot be studied without sufficient skills in the Chinese language and its various stages of development. The individual areas of Chinese culture the field investigates through the study of sources include the language itself as well as history, literature, philosophy, religion, law, economy, society, geography, and ethnology. All of these areas of Sinology are held together by the study of the Chinese language and the acquisition of basic skills in history, literature, and philosophy. Students of the major field program acquire fundamental knowledge of Chinese culture and in-depth knowledge in a selected area of Sinology. In addition, students are expected to develop the ability to conduct independent academic research and acquire basic competencies for a profession with a bearing on China. The goal of the program is to provide students with a solid linguistic and academic basis and thus prepare them for a career or a continuation of their studies in a master’s program.
  • Sinology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    Sinology is a philosophical-historical field that focuses on Chinese culture and its development in its intellectual, artistic, and material manifestations. The field is based on the study of primary written and material sources and thus cannot be studied without sufficient skills in the Chinese language and its various stages of development. The individual areas of Chinese culture the field investigates through the study of sources include the language itself as well as history, literature, philosophy, religion, law, economy, society, geography, and ethnology. All of these areas of Sinology are held together by the study of the Chinese language and the acquisition of basic skills in history, literature, and philosophy. Students of the minor field program receive a grounding in the modern and classical Chinese language and several subdisciplines of Sinology. They are also expected to gain fundamental knowledge of Chinese culture, particularly in the areas of history, literature, and philosophy.
  • Slavic Philology*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The Master of Arts degree programme provides graduates with an in-depth knowledge of Slavic Studies. In addition to excellent intercultural and communicative competence in Russian and a second Slavic language, this course of study enables students to develop in-depth understanding of the history and structure of the Slavic languages. At the same time, students acquire a comprehensive understanding of Russian and another literature of the Slavic-speaking world, including its historical and cultural background. Furthermore, students gain first-hand experience of workshops or conferences, as well as undertaking research or practical work in a Slavic-speaking country. Thus this M.A. programme strengthens their capabilities as independent young researchers. Familiarisation with theoretical approaches to linguistics, literary and cultural studies (literary history, gender studies, sociolinguistics, etc.) allows students to further develop the skills necessary for reading and analysing literary texts and linguistic data. The over-arching objective of the M.A. is to enable students to become experts in linguistic, literary and cultural developments specific to the Slavic-speaking world.
  • Slavic Studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The major field program in Slavic Studies teaches active skills in two Slavic languages and knowledge of the geography, history, cultural development, and current situation of the Slavic cultural area. The program focuses on linguistics, literature, regional and cultural studies, and language skills. Graduates are capable of analyzing and understanding historical, linguistic, and cultural processes and structures.
  • Slavic studies, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Slavic Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The Master of Arts degree programme provides graduates with an in-depth knowledge of Slavic Studies. In addition to excellent intercultural and communicative competence in Russian and a second Slavic language, this course of study enables students to develop in-depth understanding of the history and structure of the Slavic languages. At the same time, students acquire a comprehensive understanding of Russian and another literature of the Slavic-speaking world, including its historical and cultural background. Furthermore, students gain first-hand experience of workshops or conferences, as well as undertaking research or practical work in a Slavic-speaking country. Thus this M.A. programme strengthens their capabilities as independent young researchers. Familiarisation with theoretical approaches to linguistics, literary and cultural studies (literary history, gender studies, sociolinguistics, etc.) allows students to further develop the skills necessary for reading and analysing literary texts and linguistic data. The over-arching objective of the M.A. is to enable students to become experts in linguistic, literary and cultural developments specific to the Slavic-speaking world.
  • Social Sciences, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    The GSP builds its curriculum upon two dimensions which both widen and deepen the academic training of the students. On one level, students reflect upon globalization processes, their meaning, causes and consequences through four modules. Each module sheds light on different theoretical and empirical aspects of globalisation, stemming from different fields of the Social Sciences. This contributes to the systematic analysis of globalisation within a rich, cross-disciplinary framework. On another level, these four modules are integrated with the different approaches and views on globalisation from five campuses: Albert-Ludwigs-University (Freiburg), Chulalongkorn University (Bangkok), FLACSO Argentina (Buenos Aires), Jawaharlal Nehru University (New Delhi) and University of Cape Town (Cape Town). The programme thereby creates space for comparative and dialogical forms of scientific inquiry and academic cooperation. In this way, the GSP deals not only with the current social science research agenda worldwide, but also bridges the gap between academic inquiry and the contemporary real world by sending the students abroad. Consequently, the transdisciplinary coherence of the Global Studies Programme does not arise from a misunderstood interdisciplinary dialogue between different social scientific subjects. On the contrary, unlike a neokantian understanding of the social sciences would suppose, it rather comes from a realist understanding of the selected real objects of research which are the conflictual cultural and societal experiences of globalisation processes in different world regions: Processes of globalisation which appear in different conceptual maps seen from the North, the South and the East (module 1: Globalisation) Structures and institutions of a hierarchical world-system whose macrodynamics generate the scope for decentralised actors and structures of action (module 2: Global Governance) Scientific and everyday world views and identities in which violent ethnic, political and religious answers to cultural or economic homogenisation and geographical distribution are mirrored, as well as the search for a fair world order (module 3: Cultural Change) Interdisciplinary mixed methods of inquiry which are required to decode these processes (4: Methodology)
  • Sociology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
    The curriculum of the degree program in Sociology is divided into three modules: methods, theories, and content/phenomena. Methods are procedures for acquiring and verifying knowledge. Content/phenomena consist of selected domains of reality. The program focuses on social differentiations, social action, social structures, and the development and current state of systems and social norms in families, business, law, politics, and culture. It is oriented toward the norms for the study of sociology developed by the German Sociological Association. Academic training in the field of sociology is also institutionalized as an educational process in which students strengthen and internalize certain personality attributes, such as courage, the use of intellect, alertness and skepticism concerning intellectual self-deception, tolerance in enduring the reality of life, a sense of balance between enthusiasm, willingness to enter into conflict, solidarity, and humility.
  • Sociology, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The curriculum of the program in Sociology is divided into three modules: methods, theories, and content/phenomena. Methods are procedures for acquiring and verifying knowledge. Content/phenomena consist of selected domains of reality. The program focuses on social differentiations, social action, social structures, and the development and current state of systems and social norms in families, business, law, politics, and culture. It is oriented toward the norms for the study of sociology developed by the German Sociological Association. Academic training in the field of sociology is also institutionalized as an educational process in which students strengthen and internalize certain personality attributes, such as courage, the use of one’s intellect, alertness and skepticism concerning intellectual self-deception, tolerance in enduring the reality of life, a sense of balance between enthusiasm, willingness to enter into conflict, solidarity, and humility.
  • Sociology, Master of Arts (M.A.),
    Sociology is a reality science that obtains its findings through the application of theories and methods to empirical phenomena and topics. The curriculum is thus divided into the areas theories, methods, content/topics, and research and teaching. The program teaches students advanced knowledge in classical and modern theories and qualitative and quantitative methods as a means of obtaining knowledge. Students learn to apply this knowledge to societal phenomena and practice it by conducting research and teaching courses. The M.A. program emphasizes the close link between theory and methods with regard to empirical data, and it also teaches students how to combine qualitative and quantitative methods. Sociological instruction in Freiburg currently focuses on the following topics: gender issues, globalization, sociology of culture, modernization, and security and society.
  • Solar Energy Engineering (Continuing Education Program), Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The program provides subject-relevant skills ranging from: understanding the physical principles of solar cells, solar modules, and solar thermal collectors to developing and designing photovoltaic and solar thermal systems, assembling complex plants, power stations, energy networks, and more. Students can specialize in one (or more) topics in solar energy, such as solar cell technologies, photovoltaic systems and powerplants, solar thermal energy, grid integration, and electricity networks. After successful completion of the program, students can (depending on their specialization): Achieve a qualitative and global understanding of todays and tomorrow’s energy needs. Understand the physic of solar cells, integration of renewable energies into the power grid, and the fundamentals of storage applications. Understand physics, design, and engineering of solar thermal systems. Develop and design solar cells, photovoltaic modules, off-grid and grid-connected photovoltaic systems, solar thermal collectors, and heat storages. Optimize and analyze photovoltaic systems, components, and photovoltaic powerplants by taking innovation, efficiency, cost, and durability into account. Evaluate new and emerging solar cell and solar collector technologies. Apply the standards of scientific writing and presentation. Create their scientific work in the form of a master’s thesis. Collaborate with international students from all over the world online, in digital teams.
  • Southern Slavic Studies*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Southern Slavic Studies provides a working knowledge of the Bulgarian or Croatian/Serbian language, basic knowledge concerning the Slavic cultural space (history, language, and cultures) with special reference to the Balkan region, and basic skills in Slavic linguistics as well as Slavic literary and cultural studies.
  • Spanish*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Spanish deals with Spanish-language literature and culture and the Spanish language as spoken in various parts of Europe and Central and South America, e.g., Spain, Costa Rica, Argentina, and Chile. Other languages spoken in Spain, particularly Catalan and Galician, may also be treated within the context of the program. Students also receive intensive training in spoken and written Spanish as well as translation.
  • Spanish*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Major and Attendant Field
    This course of study concentrates on the Spanish language, literature, and culture in their historical and sociocultural context. It is thus divided into two main areas: linguistics and literary and culture studies. Courses in these areas provide students with the necessary skills for academic study of the Spanish-speaking world as well as general philological skills such as literary interpretation and academic writing (analytical reading, writing one’s own texts). In addition, the curriculum also includes language courses designed to help students achieve fluency in oral and written Spanish. Since Spanish studies are part of the larger area of Romance philology, students are also required to acquire basic skills in at least one other Romance language. Students acquire the skills necessary for a career as a secondary school teacher in general and subject-specific courses in pedagogy and teaching methodology as well as an internship at a local school. The teacher education degree program leads to the First State Examination in a standard period of study of ten semesters. Graduates are qualified to begin the practical phase of their teacher training.
  • Spanish, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (120 ECTS credits)
  • Spanish, Master of Education (M.Ed.), Extension subject (90 ECTS credits)
  • Spanish, Master of Education (M.Ed.),
  • Spanish, Polyvalent dual-major bachelor's degree program, Major field (with secondary-school teaching degree option)
    This course of study concentrates on the Spanish language, literature, and culture in their historical and sociocultural context. It is thus divided into two main areas: linguistics and literary and culture studies. Courses in these areas provide students with the necessary skills for academic study of the Spanish-speaking world as well as general philological skills such as literary interpretation and academic writing (analytical reading, writing one’s own texts). In addition, the curriculum also includes language courses designed to help students achieve fluency in oral and written Spanish. Since Spanish studies are part of the larger area of Romance philology, students are also required to acquire basic skills in at least one other Romance language.
  • Sport Therapy*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Sports Science – Applied Human Movement Studies, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Sports Science – Exercise and Health, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
  • Sports Science – Human Movement Science and Health*, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
  • Sports Science – Physical Activity and Health*, Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Sports Science – Promotion of Health through Exercise*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Major Field
  • Sports Science*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
  • Sustainable Materials, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    The University of Freiburg's Master of Science in Sustainable Materials degree program is a consecutive and research-oriented program designed to be completed in four semesters. The Master of Science in Sustainable Materials degree program provides graduates of bachelor's programs in natural sciences, materials sciences, and microsystems engineering with advanced qualifications in the sustainable development and application of modern multifunctional materials and technologies providing high resource, environmental, and energy efficiency. The program is based on interdisciplinary and interfaculty teaching and research and breaches the gap between materials science, earth and environmental sciences, and engineering. Students of the program choose a specialization in one of four areas: Polymer Sciences (with a bilingual and a binational version/specialization) The Polymer Sciences version/specialization focuses on selected areas of materials and polymer sciences that provide a solid grounding in the various further areas of the physical and chemical properties of materials as well as technologies and applications involving polymers. Students may elect to receive advanced training in materials science, earth and environmental sciences, or engineering. Functional Materials The Functional Materials specialization focuses on the study and development of inorganic and organic functional materials in the areas of sustainable energy production (regenerative energies) and technologies providing high resource, enviornmental, and energy efficiency. Crystalline Materials The Master of Science Sustainable Materials at the University of Freiburg is a consecutive and research-oriented master program that can be completed in four semesters. Crystalline Materials are the fundamental building blocks of modern materials science and technology. The solid state of a large variety of materials is a crystalline state. The topics of this course are the understanding of the structure and the formation of the crystalline state, as well as the related technology. The study of crystalline materials is covered by many disciplines and the occupational area is broad. Chemistry, physics, mathematics, and engineering science are part of this master course. The student will learn the basics of crystal growth, material characterization, crystallography, and semiconductor technology. Events on sustainability of materials and processing complete the degree program.
  • Sustainable Systems Engineering, Master of Science (M.Sc.),
    Science and engineering are vital tools in developing sustainable solutions to today’s problems, not only in technology, but also in domains like ecology, economics and society. The Department of Sustainable Systems Engineering (INATECH) consists of a partnership between the University of Freiburg and the five local Fraunhofer Institutes. This offers you unique opportunities to combine fundamental academic learning with the latest research and practical experience. This international Master’s programme provides in-depth engineering skills in: Sustainable Materials and Energy Systems Networks and Resilience Circularity Engineering While mandatory elective modules ensure that you gain knowledge in all three of these areas, you are free to focus on one of them and delve deeply into your favourite research fields. In addition, you can also gain interdisciplinary knowledge in natural resources and climate change, as well as sustainable economics, technologies and societies thus acquiring a holistic understanding of sustainability.
  • Sustainable Systems Engineering, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 1 field degree program,
    How can renewable energy be generated, fed into the electricity grid and stored? How can digital communication be more energy-efficient and secure? How can materials and systems be optimally adapted to cope with difficult environmental conditions or catastrophes? In the degree program Sustainable Systems Engineering we combine technology with sustainability and educate engineers who consider ecological, economic and social questions in the development of technical systems. Your benefits as an SSE student: Pioneering spirit: You can expect a highly motivated team of young newcomers, experienced professors and scientific staff at the newly founded Department of Sustainable Systems Engineering (INATECH). Application-oriented approach: The integration of the five Freiburg-based Fraunhofer Institutes into research and teaching creates an unique proximity to the field of application and potential employers. Personal support: Through the planned fourteen professorships at INATECH and many lectures and seminars in small groups, you will be ideally supported during your studies. Interdisciplinarity: You can expect a study program with a balanced mix of theory and practice as well as a wide selection of optional subjects or specialization options.
  • Swedish*, State Examination (secondary school teaching), Attendant Field
  • Taxation (Continuing Education Program), Master of Arts (M.A.),
  • Western Slavic Studies*, Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    The minor field program in Western Slavic Studies provides a working knowledge of the Polish or Czech language, basic knowledge concerning the Slavic cultural space (history, language, and cultures) with special reference to Poland and/or the Czech Republic, and basic skills in Slavic linguistics as well as Slavic literary and cultural studies.
  • Wood and Bioenergy*, Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) – 2 field degree program, Minor Field
    While the major field program in Forestry and Environment focuses on providing a general grounding in the concrete subdisciplines of forestry, the minor field program in Wood and Bioenergy applies this knowledge to practical activity in concrete professions. The graduate of the bachelor’s program in Forestry and Environment who also completes the minor in Wood and Bioenergy receives a practical complement to his or her major and thus the skills necessary for a managerial career in forestry or the wood industry (forest-wood chain) or a similar area. In addition, this combination also qualifies graduates for enrollment in master’s programs offered at the faculty, such as those in Forest Science, Renewable Energy Management, Forest Ecology and Management, or European Forestry.