Program Overview

Introduction to Osteuropa-Studien

Osteuropa-Studien is an interdisciplinary Bachelor's program that explores Eastern Europe from a historical, cultural, and interdisciplinary perspective. The program is offered by the University of Basel and is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the region's diverse cultures, languages, and histories.

Program Structure

The Bachelor's program in Osteuropa-Studien is a monostudy program that consists of 180 ECTS credits. The program is divided into several modules, including:

• Spracherwerb erste osteuropäische Sprache (Language acquisition of the first Eastern European language)
• Länderkunde Osteuropas (Regional studies of Eastern Europe)
• Historischer Kernbereich (Historical core area)
• Kulturwissenschaftlicher Kernbereich (Cultural studies core area)
• Erweiterungsbereich (Expansion area)

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the Bachelor's program in Osteuropa-Studien, students must have a Swiss maturity certificate or an equivalent foreign qualification. The admission process is handled by the University of Basel's study secretariat.

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor's degree in Osteuropa-Studien qualifies students for a variety of career paths, including:

• Media and publishing
• Culture and cultural management
• Economy and administration
• Politics and diplomacy
• International organizations and NGOs

Further Studies

The Bachelor's degree in Osteuropa-Studien also provides a solid foundation for further studies at the Master's level. The University of Basel offers several Master's programs that build on the Bachelor's program, including:

• Master's program in Osteuropäische Geschichte (Eastern European History)
• Master's program in Slavistik (Slavic Studies)
• Master's program in Literaturwissenschaft (Literary Studies)
• Master's program in Europäische Geschichte in globaler Perspektive (European History in a Global Perspective)

Research Areas

The University of Basel's Department of History has a strong research focus on Eastern European history, with particular emphasis on:

• Medieval history
• Early modern history
• Modern and contemporary history
• Eastern European history
• African history
• Digital history

Language of Instruction

The language of instruction for the Bachelor's program in Osteuropa-Studien is German, with some courses also offered in English. Students are required to acquire a good command of at least one Eastern European language during their studies.

Assessment and Exams

The Bachelor's program in Osteuropa-Studien includes a variety of assessment methods, including written exams, oral exams, and semester papers. The program also includes a Bachelor's thesis, which is typically written in the final semester of study.

Diploma Ceremony

The University of Basel holds a diploma ceremony for Bachelor's graduates, which takes place at the end of each semester. The ceremony is an opportunity for graduates to celebrate their achievement with family, friends, and faculty members.