Course: South East European Studies B.A.
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Degree programs in the humanities leading to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) often involve a combination of several subjects in which various academic skills are acquired.
The following combinations are possible:
- Bachelor's subject with a second major subject or
- Bachelor's subject with two Minor Subjects.
The degree program can be studied as a Bachelor's subject, as a Second Major or as a Minor Subject.
South East European Studies is a Bachelor's degree programme that combines history, linguistics and social anthropology on the countries of South East Europe. In addition to imparting knowledge of the history and culture of Southeast Europe, the degree program also offers a sound education in one of the region's languages.
The most important facts at a glance
Program Profile
The interdisciplinary degree program Southeast European Studies (B.A.) provides students with in-depth knowledge of the history, politics, society and cultures of Southeast Europe. Students acquire language skills and learn to critically analyse historical and current developments.
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The degree program offers a high degree of flexibility. As part of the combinatorial Bachelor's degree programme, it enables a wide range of subject combinations and individual specialisations. A free elective courses in (20 ECTS) offers additional opportunities for specialisation or language training.
Is this the right program for me?
The degree program will suit you if you are interested in the history, politics and cultures of Southeast Europe, enjoy interdisciplinary work and would like to gain an international perspective on Europe.
What makes this program special?
The degree program is characterised by its interdisciplinarity, the combination of regional and language studies and the close cooperation with the Leibniz Institute for East and South East European Studies (IOS).
Students benefit from a high proportion of courses taught in English, international guest lecturers and the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at partner universities in south east Europe.
In addition, the programme regularly offers excursions to countries in south-eastern and east europe, which enable direct exchange with the region - most recently to Moldova, Serbia or Bosnia-Herzegovina.
What can I do with this degree?
Graduates work in the fields of science and research, international organisations, media, cultural management, diplomacy or non-governmental organisations. The degree program is also an ideal preparation for further Master's programmes with a regional or social science focus.
Structure of the Program
The Bachelor's degree programme in Southeast European Studies (B.A.) has a modular structure and is based on interdisciplinary cooperation between history, social anthropology, linguistics, literature and language training.
The degree program is divided into two consecutive phases and combines basic and in-depth modules with linguistic and methodological training.
Program Structure
The three-year Bachelor's degree programme consists of a foundation phase and a postgraduate phase.
In the foundation phase, students acquire basic knowledge of the approaches, methods and theories of Southeast European Studies. This includes introductions to the history, social anthropology and linguistics and cultural studies of Southeast Europe, supplemented by the teaching of academic working techniques and the beginning of language training in a Southeast European language.
In the postgraduate phase, knowledge of Southeast Europe is deepened and expanded. Special emphasis is placed on the students' independent project work, further language training and the application of the acquired knowledge in the context of a compulsory Internship and the bachelor's thesis.
The degree program is part of the combinatorial Bachelor's degree programme of the Faculties of Arts and Humanities and can be studied as a Bachelor's subject (90 ECTS), Second Major (60 ECTS) or Minor Subject (30 ECTS).
The subjects involved in the combined Bachelor's programme can be found in the list of BA combined subjects (German version).
The Study and Examination Regulations (Examination Regulations) of the degree program regulate the examination forms, credits and requirements for the Bachelor's degree.
Further information can be found in the current Examination Regulations.
Study Plan
The recommended Study Plan provides for an even distribution of modules over six semesters. Students can set individual priorities, in particular by choosing language modules, thematic specialisations and supplementary courses from neighbouring disciplines.
Module Overview
The Module Overview includes modules from the fields of South East European history, social and cultural studies, language practice of a South East European language, methods of history and social sciences as well as interdisciplinary elective modules.
A detailed overview of the modules can be found in the module handbook of the degree program.
Timetable
The specific Timetable is published each semester and can be viewed in the course catalogues of the University of Regensburg. The courses take place mainly in presence.
Internship
A compulsory full-time internship (four weeks) is an integral part of the Bachelor's degree programme. It can be completed in Germany or abroad and enables practical experience, for example in cultural institutions, media, NGOs, international organisations or research institutes.
Internationalization
The degree program has a strong international focus. It offers courses taught in English, international guest lecturers and the opportunity to spend a semester abroad at partner universities in South East and East Europe.
In addition, excursions to the region promote direct dialogue with local players and institutions.
Requirements
| Admission Restrictions / Selection Procedure | no |
| Pre-registration procedure | no |
| Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test | no |
| Placement Test | no |
| Subject-Specific Language Requirements | no |
| German Language Certificate for Students with Foreign University Entrance Qualification | yes |
| Other Requirements | no |
For binding information and the latest updates, please refer to the summary (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) provided by the Registrar's Office or the applicable examination regulations.
Details Requirements
Subject-Specific Language Requirements
No prior knowledge of Southeast European languages is required for admission to the degree programme.
Language training (e.g. Bosnian/Croatian/serbian, Romanian or Albanian) is an integral part of the programme and begins at beginner level.
Knowledge of English is helpful for individual courses, but is not a formal requirement.
Admission for internationals
Students with a foreign university entrance qualification must provide sufficient proof of German language skills in accordance with the requirements of the University of Regensburg.
Admission, Application and Enrollment
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Course-related information and advice
If you have any questions about the programme content, the subject requirements and the specific structure of the programme, please contact the
General Student Advisory Service
The General Student Advisory Service (ZSB) supports you with all questions relating to your studies - from the decision to study and admission to the course of study and successful graduation.
If necessary, the ZSB will refer you to the appropriate contact person.