International programmes
International Track means that the curriculum of this degree programme can be studied entirely in German or entirely in English within the standard period of study. The language skills required to gain access to the respective degree programme can be found in the subject-specific regulations. Under certain circumstances, certain profiles or compulsory elective modules must be studied in order to complete the International Track; this may limit the options available.
Overview of the international tracks offered in the master course
While English-language degree programmes are offered exclusively in English, not all courses on a degree programme with an international track are offered in English. However, it is possible to study the curriculum entirely in English within the standard period of study, albeit with limited options.
Double degree programmes offer the opportunity to study in two countries and obtain two degrees. The language of instruction depends on the respective partner universities. International tracks, on the other hand, are based entirely at Bielefeld University and enable students to complete their degree in English without having to change countries.
Master courses with an international track can be studied either completely in German or completely in English. However, this does not mean that every course is offered in both German and English. For example, it may not be possible to study a certain profile in English, or a certain English-language seminar may not be offered every semester. It is therefore important to seek advice and develop an individual study plan together with the relevant contact person in the faculty.
English-language courses are labelled "Course taught in English" in the electronic course catalogue (ekvv). The contact person in the faculty will help you find the right courses.
This is handled differently at each faculty. You can find out whether there is an additional certificate in your chosen degree programme with an international track by consulting the relevant contact person at the faculty.
English-language master's courses can only be studied entirely in English. These degree programmes are not available in German.
Participation in a double degree programme at Bielefeld University involves studying at Bielefeld University and at one of its partner universities. Students who participate in the double degree programme complete their studies at both universities and have the opportunity to obtain a double degree after six semesters of a Bachelor's or four semesters of a Master's course. This means that two university degrees are awarded upon graduation, one from Bielefeld University and one from the respective partner university. The language of instruction depends on the respective partner university.
The subjects "German as a Foreign and Second Language" (Bachelor) and"German as a Foreign Language and German Studies" (Master) prepare students for work in an international environment. The same language requirements apply here as for all other German-language degree programmes.