Am I required to submit a certificate of proficiency in English?
The DLGS programme is conducted and taught entirely in English. If English is not your first language (or one of your first languages) and you did not complete your Master’s degree in a programme conducted exclusively in English, you must provide an English proficiency certificate. For example:
- IELTS: 7.0 or higher
- TOEFL iBT: 95–100 or higher
- TOEIC: Listening 490, Reading 455, Speaking 180, Writing 180
If you do not have a valid certificate at the time of application, you may submit a letter from your Master's supervisor (or another relevant university official) attesting to your proficiency in English.
How do I submit my English language proficiency score?
A PDF scan of your test certificate should be uploaded in the online application form.
What knowledge of the German language will be required of me?
The DLGS programme is conducted in English. While proficiency in German is not required for academic work, some knowledge can be helpful in everyday situations. DLGS encourages all international fellows without prior experience in German to take advantage of available language courses. Only applicants for transdisciplinary research must demonstrate German proficiency at C1 level, as this is necessary for working with diverse local stakeholders.
