Welcome to the Website of the Master of Arts (M.A.) Program in Turcology!
The Turkish Studies program in Bamberg has a historical focus, with special emphasis on the history of the Ottoman Empire and modern Turkey in the 19th and 20th centuries. Since working with original sources is the core business of historians, improving Turkish language proficiency and acquiring reading skills in Ottoman Turkish have an important place in the program. It is also possible to learn another Turkic language (usually Azerbaijani). The language of instruction is German. The following information can be found on this page (for more comprehensive information, please consult our German website):
General information about the Master's program in Turcology Admission and enrollment (including Frequently Asked Questions) How to contact us (also for study counseling)
Quick Facts about the program:
Degree |
Master of Arts |
| ECTS credits | 120 |
| Study duration | 4 semesters |
| Starting in | winter (October) or summer semester (April) |
| Language of instruction | German |
Accredited study program
The M.A. program in Turkology, both part-time and full-time, at Otto-Friedrich-Universit?t Bamberg was accredited by the university administration as part of the system accreditation of the Otto-Friedrich-Universit?t Bamberg until 30 September 2024.