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Slavic Languages, Literature and Culture

Bachelor’s programme

Faculty of Humanities

University degree

Bachelor of Arts „BA”

ECTS

180

Start of studies

Summer term 2025

Duration of study

6 semesters

Teaching language

German (or selected target language)

type of study programme

Full-time

Three languages, one study programme

What is special about the bachelor’s programme in Slavic Languages, Literature and Culture is the practically-oriented approach to the study of language, literature and culture in Bosnian/Croat/Serbian, Russian and Slovenian, and the wide range of supplementary subjects.

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Is this degree programme right for you?

Interests that are a good basis for this study programme

You should have an interest in Slavic languages, their literature and culture. Knowledge of any of these languages is an advantage, but is not a prerequisite for admission to the bachelor’s programme. However, some courses require evidence of the appropriate language skills before you will be permitted to attend.

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About the study programme

Slavic Languages, Literature and Culture at the University of Graz

The central focus of this bachelor’s programme is on language learning, linguistics, literary and cultural studies in one or more Slavic languages. You will also be appropriately prepared for further studies at the master’s and doctoral levels.

Institute Curriculum

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Further studies

Your options in the master’s programme

The master’s programmes in Bosnian/Croat/Serbian, Russian or Slovenian build directly on the bachelor’s programme, extending and enhancing what you have already learned. At the University of Graz you also have the option of interdisciplinary master’s programmes and joint programmes, allowing further scope for individualised and specialised learning.

Master's programme Search

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Career prospects

Preparation for a wide range of career paths

As a graduate you will be able to work in professions that require skilled and creative work with texts and communication situations in your selected language and in one (or more) other Slavic languages. These include for instance cultural management, business, education, publishing and communications, public administration in Austria or abroad, diplomacy or migrant support.

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Note on registration

To ensure you can participate in all courses right from the start, you must provide proof not only of your general higher education entrance qualification but also of language skills at CEFR level A1/2 (assessment test or language certificate). Preparatory language courses for the University of Graz are provided by treffpunkt sprachen. During your bachelor’s studies you must also show evidence of Latin language skills (10 hours per week in the sixth form or supplementary examination). This is required to be able to take the course "From Old Church Slavonic to Contemporary Slavic Language (The Beginning of Slavic Literature)" in the 5th semester.

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Certificate: Ukraine - Language, Culture, Law

Are you looking for additional qualifications? As part of the Ukraine - Language, Culture, Law certificate, you will acquire basic knowledge of the Ukrainian language as well as in-depth basic knowledge of Ukrainian culture, literature and/or Eastern European law and international law.

3 reasons to study at the University of Graz

Highly qualified language teaching

Broad-based programme of study with international teaching staff

Optimal supervision and support

„What I really enjoy about Slavic studies is the relationship with the teaching staff: you are not just a number, but an individual – they know who you are. “

Christiane