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Altorientalistik / Ancient Middle Eastern Studies (major subject in a combined bachelor’s degree)

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Program: Altorientalistik / Ancient Middle Eastern Studies
Degree: depends on the major chosen
Program option: major subject in a combined bachelor's degree
Study model: combined bachelor's degree
Program length: 6/8 semesters / 3/4 years (180/ 210 ECTS points) (depending on the combination)
Start: Winter and Summer semesters

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In the major subject "Ancient Middle Eastern Studies”, you will receive a wide-ranging education in the source languages Akkadian and Sumerian and will engage in deciphering and interpreting the cuneiform texts that originate from the various ancient Middle Eastern cultures. You will also explore the ancient cultures of the Middle East, especially in the area of the modern-day states of Iraq, Iran, Syria and Turkey, from the fourth to the first millennium BC. This will give you an in-depth expertise in the study of antiquity.

An integral part of the degree course is the MarSkills programme, in which you will acquire attractive and future-oriented key skills.

Prospects

This major subject will qualify you to work at institutions that deal with the ancient world and its reception, such as academic institutions and museums, as well as in the library and publishing sector.

The choice of your major subject will decisively shape your professional qualifications profile. In conjunction with one or two minor subjects, your relevant work experience (e.g. internships, part-time jobs, voluntary work) and your personal skills, it will enable you to refine your profile and carve out your own individual array of career options.

The choice of your major subject will decisively shape your professional qualifications profile. In conjunction with one or two minor subjects, your relevant work experience (e.g. internships, part-time jobs, voluntary work) and your personal skills, it will enable you to refine your profile and carve out your own individual array of career options.

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