y3591vy@gmail.com

Study in DACH

Find degree programs across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Email

y3591vy@gmail.com

LMU Munich

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Bachelor of Arts in Ancient Near Eastern Studies

Original title: Alter Orient (Bachelor)

German · 6 semesters · No Tuition / Semester Fee Only · Bavaria

This Bachelor of Arts program provides an in-depth study of ancient Near Eastern cultures focusing on Mesopotamia, Syria, Anatolia, and Iran, integrating archaeology, history, and philology, with compulsory Akkadian language courses.

Apply now

Overview

Why this program?

No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Language & Cultural Studies
Interdisciplinary study integrating archaeology, history, and philology
Focus on Mesopotamia, Syria, Anatolia, and Iran
Bachelor of Arts in Ancient Near Eastern Studies

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Learners aiming for careers in academia, cultural heritage, museums, or research related to ancient Near Eastern civilizations.

Career outcomes

  • Researcher in ancient history and archaeology
  • Cultural heritage specialist
  • Philologist and linguist
  • Museum curator or educator
  • Academic teaching and scholarship

Skills you will learn

  • Philological analysis of ancient texts
  • Archaeological research methods
  • Historical contextualization
  • Ancient Near Eastern languages
  • Critical thinking and cultural interpretation

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsUniversity entrance qualification (Hochschulzugangsberechtigung)
DeadlineRefer to university website for current deadlines
LanguageGerman
Free orientation

Confused by admission requirements?

DACH universities often have different rules for international applicants. Send us the program you’re interested in and we’ll help you understand the next steps.

Ask about this program

Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesSemester fees include contributions to the Studentenwerk München and a solidarity semester ticket fee.
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Researcher in ancient history and archaeology
Cultural heritage specialist
Philologist and linguist
Museum curator or educator
Academic teaching and scholarship

University

LMU Munich

LMU Munich is located in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

University profileUniversity websiteContact program

Program data is collected from public university sources and may be incomplete or outdated. Always verify deadlines, fees, and admission requirements on the official university website.

Related programs

Similar programs

Free orientation

Still comparing options?

Tell us what you want to study, your preferred language, budget, and country. We’ll suggest suitable programs in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.

Get free orientation
Apply