Translation (BA) Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz
- Duration
- 6 semesters
- Language of instruction
- GermanEnglishFrench+4 more
- Tuition fees
- No tuition fees
- Next application deadline
- 1 March 2027 (summer semester)
- Language level required
- English: B1German: B2
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- BA
- Duration
- 6 semesters
- Full-time / part-time
- Full-time
- Intake
- Winter and summer semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- A Diploma supplement will be issued
- Yes
Language of instruction
- German
- English
- French
- Italian
- Other teaching language
- Russian
- Spanish
German (70%), English, and other languages (30%)
Programme description
- Two languages and regions or only one language of study (only German or English are possible if the student chooses to study one language)
- Language and translation competence in your languages of study
- Multilingual communication – spoken, written, digital
- Orientation in the professional field
- Translation technologies and processes
- Theories, methods, and issues in linguistics and cultural studies
- Extensive semi-elective options (e.g. introduction to interpreting, intercultural communication, regional competence)
Programme structure
More information in the "Modulhandbuch" (module descriptions):
https://fb06.uni-mainz.de/uebersetzen-dolmetschen-studieren/#strong-bachelor-translation-ab-sommersemester-2023-strong
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
International elements in the curriculum
The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:
- Language training provided
- Training in intercultural skills
- Projects with partners in Germany and abroad
- International guest lecturers
- Integrated/optional study abroad unit(s)
A stay abroad may be used to fulfil the required semi-elective module.
- Opportunities for students to work abroad
- Specialist literature in other languages
- Courses are led with foreign partners
- International comparisons and thematic reference to the international context
- Content-related regional focus
- One of the largest and most prestigious training institutions for translation and interpreting in the world
- Unique variety of languages: 12 languages of study: Arabic, Dutch, English, French, German (as a foreign language), Italian, Modern Greek, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish
Integrated internships
An internship may be used to fulfil the required semi-elective module.
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Summer semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
1 December 2026
|
1 March 2027
|
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
1 June 2026
|
1 September 2026
|
Academic admissions requirements
General university entrance qualification ("Hochschulzugangsberechtigung", HZB) or certificate of recognition for foreign diplomas
Language requirements
German language requirements
English language requirements
Requirements for other languages
At least a B1 level to study French
No prior knowledge of the other languages is required when studying these other languages in combination with German.
How to apply?
Costs and funding
Tuition fees per semester
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
371.80 EUR, including ticket for nationwide use of local public transport
Special promotion / funding of the programme
- ERASMUS+
- DFG (e.g. Research Training Groups)
Living & services
Support for international students
- Welcome event
- Tutors
- Accompanying programme
- Specialist counselling
- Support with registration procedures
https://fb06.uni-mainz.de/internationales/#international-students
Support for specific needs
Studying with a disability
Studying with a family
Course-specific language courses available
Career advisory services
Current information
Contact
Translation Studies, Linguistics, and Cultural Studies (06)
- Name
- Karin Maksymski
- Address
- An der Hochschule 2, 76726 Germersheim
- Phone
- +49 727450835103