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PhD of German

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, United States
5 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A structured research doctorate in german leading to a PhD thesis.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (0 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying German can develop the ability to develop discipline-specific knowledge
Critically evaluate relevant evidence and communicate ideas using suitable professional or academic methods
And conduct and communicate an original research project where this is a research doctorate. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

German Specialist
German Associate

Curriculum

Structured PhD in German (four years full-time
Six part-time unless stated): an original research thesis written under a supervisor
Supported by taught graduate-education modules
Discipline-specific modules and progress milestones. Applications are accepted at any time.

Entry requirements

Academic

Bachelor or master degree in a relevant field; Statement of purpose
Unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation; GRE and writing samples only where the programme requires

Accepted academic background

Bachelor or master degree in a relevant field; Statement of purpose, Unofficial transcripts and letters of recommendation; GRE and writing samples only where the programme requires

Language tests

TOEFL iBT 100
IELTS 7.0
Duolingo 130

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts
Identification document
Application form
Language proficiency evidence where applicable

How to apply

Review the doctoral admission criteria and identify a research area. Prepare a research proposal if applicable. Submit previous academic qualifications and supporting documents. Complete the doctoral application and await the admissions decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$68,670 USD
Application fee	$70 USD
Deposit	$0 USD

Program details

Campus	Homewood Campus, Baltimore
Faculty or school	Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences
Department	Modern Languages and Literatures
Teaching language	English
Credit value	150,60
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	0 year
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
August 2027
Apply by
3 May 2027
171 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 5 years.