CfA: MA Modern China Studies, University of Freiburg (+Zoom Info Session)

Call for Applications + Zoom Info Session: MA Modern China Studies, University of Freiburg (Germany)

Application deadline to begin program in October 2025: Non-EU citizens — April 15 ; EU citizens — July 15.
A Zoom session will be held on March 28 for prospective applicants. Further details and registration to receive the zoom link.

The MA in Modern China Studies at the Institute of Chinese Studies, University of Freiburg (Germany) is a two-year, English-language (no German required) graduate program with an emphasis on conducting original research. The program is especially strong in modern Chinese history, society, literature, and culture (twentieth century to the present). Coursework focuses on honing research skills and methods, improving language facilities through intensive source readings and translation classes, and an integrated semester abroad. 

Students are taught by and work with an international group of scholars and have access to a robust research infrastructure that includes local collections (such as the Maoist Legacy project’s offline collection) and the CrossAsia network, which grants access to important online Chinese databases useful for conducting research. More information about the MA program and how to apply can be found on our website.

Student fees: 190 euros per semester. Non-EU tuition: 1500 euros per semester.

Freiburg is a large university town located in the southwest corner of Germany on the edge of the beautiful Black Forest, borders France and Switzerland, and is well known throughout Germany as the sunniest place in the country. The university has a sizable international student body and the surrounding area is a haven for outdoors and sports enthusiasts.