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Assyriolοgie

Heidelberg University

Masters

Master of Arts

⚠️ This course information was generated using AI. Please verify details with the official university website.

Course Overview

The Master’s program in Assyriology at Heidelberg University focuses on the study of Sumerian, Babylonian, Assyrian, and Hittite cultures, languages, history, and material relics. It provides an in-depth academic foundation for research or career opportunities related to Ancient Near Eastern Studies. Source: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/all-subjects/assyriology/assyriology-master

University Information

World Ranking
#73
Country Ranking
#2
University Type
Public

Location & Format

Countries
Germany
Cities
Heidelberg
State/Region
Baden-Wurttemberg
Online Available
No

Duration & Timeline

Duration
2 years
Semesters
4 Semester
Semester Start
Winter
ECTS Credits
120 ECTS
Type of Study
Full Time

Language Requirements

Teaching Languages:

German

General Requirement: Proof of German language proficiency (DSH-2 or TestDaF 4x4 typically required for German-taught Master’s; exact level not explicitly published for Assyriologie). Source: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/all-subjects/assyriology/assyriology-master

IELTS/TOEFL: N/A

German Grade: not found

Admission Requirements

Required GPA
not found
Work Experience
not found
Standardized Tests
Not required
VPD (Verification of Previous Degree)
Required
Required Documents
1. Bachelor's degree certificate (or equivalent) in Assyriology or related field (with certified German/English translations if needed). 2. Transcript of records (with certified translations as needed). 3. Certificate of enrolment from previous university (if applicable). 4. Proof of German language proficiency (DSH-2/TestDaF 4x4 or equivalent). 5. Curriculum Vitae (CV). 6. Motivation letter (typically 3-4 pages). 7. Copy of passport (for international applicants). 8. Additional documents as specified in the online application portal (heiCO). Source: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/application-enrolment/starting-in-an-advanced-academic-semester/documents-required-for-application-to-higher-academic-semesters-masters-degree-programmes

Tuition & Financial Aid

Tuition Fee (Non-EU): Freeper Semester

Tuition Fee (EU): Freeper Semester

Semester Contribution: 161.10

Additional Fee Information:

• No tuition fees for Master’s programs at Heidelberg University. Source: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/all-subjects/assyriology/assyriology-master

Application Timeline

Application Deadlines:

Winter: Winter semester only. Official deadline not explicitly published; applications usually close between early June–mid July. Confirmed on official program policy page (https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/all-subjects/assyriology/assyriology-master).

Summer: not offered

Spring: not found

Autumn: not found

Contact

Contact Email
not found

Course Tags

Assyriologie

Altorientalistik

Altorientalische Studien

Sumerologie

Babylonistik

Hethitologie

Additional Information

Program information and requirements synthesized from official Heidelberg University sources as of June 2025.

Assessment: not found

Assessment2: not found

Deadline: Winter semester 2025/26: see https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/all-subjects/assyriology/assyriology-master and application portal for precise window (typically early June–mid July).

DeadlineLink: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/all-subjects/assyriology/assyriology-master

ApplicationDeadlineLinkSecondary: https://www.uni-heidelberg.de/en/study/application-enrolment