Overview

The Latin (Classical Philology) degree programme at the Heidelberg University focuses on the study of surviving ancient texts in the Latin language. Students in the degree programme will gain skills in effectively translating and authoring texts in Latin and will learn fundamental theoretical positions and methods of literature in general as well as the most important theories of linguistics. They will also gain an overview of the history of the Latin language and its literature.

Key Features

On the basis of this well-founded knowledge of both the history of literature as well as fundamental theories and methods, students will learn to effectively describe and interpret Latin texts and to develop their own research inquiries.

An essential element in this is the continual reflection on the relevance of engaging with Latin language texts and the Latin culture. This reflection enables students to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue with representatives from related disciplines and to make clear to those in other subject areas (including non-scientists) the relevance of Latin Studies.

During the course of studies, students will also gain the ability to perform independent work and to develop strategies for resolving research questions. In addition, they will hone their critical judgement skills and will learn to objectively formulate their own criticism as well as to constructively deal with external criticism of their own positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Linguistics

Classical Philology

Literary Studies

Latin Culture

Latin language

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-30 00:00:00
Starting 2026-04-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-03-31 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Heidelberg, Germany

Disciplines

Language Studies Classics View 10 other Bachelors in Language Studies in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

All degree programmes at Heidelberg University are access-restricted. The general requirements to enrol in an academic programme are a university entrance qualification and proof of sufficient language proficiency.

Depending on the nationality of international students, they may require an entry visa and a residence permit in order to study at Heidelberg University.

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Tuition Fee

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International

3000 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1500 EUR per semester during 36 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 36 months.

EU/EEA- Fees and contributions: 151.05 € / Semester

Living costs for Heidelberg

922 - 1397 EUR /month

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