Master's Degree in Multilingualism

Universitat Konstanz · Constance, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Arts
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Konstanz
Apply by
Register by 15 January 2027 + 1 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester

Universitat Konstanz does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €3,000 – €5,300 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
Applicants must have an above-average Bachelor's degree in linguistics, education, psychology, speech and language therapy, or a related discipline. Since the programme has a strong linguistics component, it is important that students have some previous knowledge in linguistics. The grade point average of your Bachelor's degree should at least correspond to the German grade 2.5 (good). Students in the final year of their Bachelor's studies, who have not yet graduated, are welcome to apply. Applicants must provide documentation of advanced English language skills (see below) For the double-degree option with the Université Bordeaux Montaigne, French is required additionally (also see below). Applicants must submit an application letter to demonstrate their suitability and motivation for the study programme. A description of the admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations of the University of Konstanz. Please also see admission regulations for the study programme MA Multilingualism , or for the double-degree option .
English language requirement
B2 required, please provide an official language certificate, e.g.: TOEFL iBT (before 2026): 80 IELTS Academic: 6 Cambridge English Qualifications: B2 First
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the summer semester: until 15 January The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: until 15 May
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About this programme

The innovative Master’s programme in Multilingualism incorporates cutting-edge research in linguistics and multilingualism. It is conducted at the Department of Linguistics at the University of Konstanz, which is a research-intensive department. Students who choose the double-degree option with the Université Bordeaux Montaigne will conduct half of their studies in Bordeaux following the “Sciences du langage” programme, focus "Plurilinguisme". The emphasis of this part of the Master's programme is regional multilingualism in France, especially in the area and surroundings of Aquitaine. For more information, click here . Multilingualism is taught in English (and French in Bordeaux) and suits students who have a background in linguistics, education, psychology, cognitive science, speech and language therapy or related fields as well as students who have a strong interest in how language develops across different types of bilingual and multilingual groups. Within this two-year programme, students develop their knowledge and skills of linguistics; gain training in research design, research methods, and statistics; and receive solid training in a range of areas of multilingualism, including psycholinguistic, neurolinguistic, and sociolinguistic perspectives. The Department of Linguistics at the University of Konstanz has state-of-the art facilities that include reaction time, eye-tracking, ERP, baby lab facilities that can be used by the students, and more. Students who choose the

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