Grad Dip German Studies

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At Birkbeck, University of London in London, United Kingdom, Grad Dip German Studies is offered as a postgraduate diploma in Linguistics & Language Studies programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. It carries 120.0 credits (UK credits). Tuition for international students is GBP 13,900 per year (GBP 7,560 per year for local students).

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Degree: Postgraduate Diploma

Field: Linguistics & Language Studies

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: On Campus

Credits: 120.0 (UK credits)

Local tuition: GBP 7,560 / year

International tuition: GBP 13,900 / year

We have no an application deadline on record for this programme yet — see the official programme page. — it helps other students.

Last checked October 2026 · Source: bbk.ac.uk ·

Program details

Overview

This graduate diploma is for people who already hold a degree and want to extend their knowledge of German language and culture at an advanced level. It combines intensive language teaching with content modules on literature, film, history and contemporary politics. The programme suits learners who want to refresh their German and take their study further. Language is taught by experienced teachers who are native speakers of German, and content modules are taught either in English or in German. Students can also study comparative topics that connect German culture with other traditions. Teaching takes place on campus, and the course is available full-time or part-time. The diploma requires 120 credits: one compulsory German language module of 30 credits, with three to six option modules making up the rest. It is available on campus, full-time or part-time, from October 2027.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Normally a second-class honours degree.

Application Details

Start Date: October 2026

About Birkbeck, University of London

Type: University

Control: Public

Founded: 1823

Students: 7,720

QS rank: #354 =

Programs: 394

Location: London, England, United Kingdom

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Grad Dip German Studies award?

Birkbeck, University of London awards a Postgraduate Diploma in the field of Linguistics & Language Studies on completion of this programme.

How long does Grad Dip German Studies take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Grad Dip German Studies cost?

Tuition for international students is GBP 13,900 per year (GBP 7,560 per year for local students).

Can Grad Dip German Studies be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Birkbeck, University of London.

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