The Master’s in Contemporary East Asian Studies at the University of Duisburg-Essen is an interdisciplinary, English-taught program focused on social sciences. It offers comprehensive training in the societies, politics, and economies of East Asia, including China, Taiwan, Japan, and Korea, with an emphasis on theoretical and problem-centered analysis. The program includes intensive language training and research methods tailored to East Asian contexts.

  • Essen, Lower Saxony, Germany
  • 1 year
  • On Campus
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Program Overview

The Master’s in Contemporary East Asian Studies at the University of Duisburg-Essen is an interdisciplinary, English-taught program focused on social sciences. It offers comprehensive training in the societies, politics, and economies of East Asia, including China, Taiwan, Japan, and Korea, with an emphasis on theoretical and problem-centered analysis. The program includes intensive language training and research methods tailored to East Asian contexts.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

TOEFL®

90.0

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2025-10-01

Apply before 2125-04-18

Program Start

Sep-25

Programme Structure

Courses include:Sociology, political science or economicsIntensive language trainingInterdisciplinary and discipline-specific modulesChinese, Japanese and Korean studiesMethodological training

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

No academic requirements found.

English Language Requirements

TOEFL®
90.0
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English through tests such as TOEFL or IELTS. A current CV detailing academic and professional experience is required. Submission of a high school diploma (or equivalent for German applicants), a BA degree certificate with transcripts showing an average grade of 2.5 or higher (German grading system), and transcripts of any study abroad semesters is necessary. A statement of motivation explaining interest in East Asia is also required. For graduates from Chinese, Vietnamese, or Mongolian universities, an APS Certificate is mandatory.

Course Fees

N/A
Annual Fee

1 year
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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