Studies at FSV UK
On this page, you’ll get an in‑depth look at the student journey at our faculty and what makes our study programs special: from program structure and credit system to flexible course options, classroom structure, and interdisciplinary curricula. In the How to Apply section, you will then find details on the application process, tuition fees, scholarships and visa.
Flexible curriculum: Choose your own schedule
Your study will consist of three types of courses: mandatory, elective and optional. Courses can either be one semester long or two-semestral and generally consist of a lecture part and a seminar part. Lectures tend to be more theoretical and attended by the whole program, while seminars are split into smaller groups and focus on applying the theoretical concepts learned in lectures and practicing new tools. Elective classes are also usually smaller.
Vibrant classrooms: Become a member of a close-knit community
Our programs mostly keep the classrooms deliberately on the smaller side to allow the teachers to focus on each individual student. The class discussions, which are essential to exploring the humanities, benefit greatly from the highly international student community, and the students are encouraged to challenge each other’s point of view with many varied and shared experiences.
The smaller groups prompt students to work closely together in an international environment, while the flexible choice of electives allows them to network within other programs and with exchange students as well.
Worldwide connections: Be part of the global world
We believe in the importance of global research collaborations and benefits of broadening horizons by global exposure. This is why we greatly encourage our students and staff to use various mobility opportunities ranging from short-term study stays to double degree and joint degree program options.
Read more about going abroad with FSV UK.
Internationally recognized evaluation
All our degree programs are internationally recognized, accredited by the Ministry of Education and follow the Bologna process. We use the A-F grading system, often referred to as ECTS grading. During your Bachelor’s study, you have to obtain a minimum of 180 ECTS, in a Master’s study, the minimum is 120 ECTS. The GPA is calculated on a scale of 1.0 to 4.0 where 1.0 is the best possible result.
There are 13 weeks of classes per semester, followed by an exam period that lasts approx. 6 weeks. The evaluation during the course depends on the teacher – you will learn this from the syllabus and during your first lecture. Some teachers put more emphasis on coursework and several smaller assignments, while others place more value on the final exam or paper. The course is finished with an oral or written exam. You will have 3 attempts per exam – i.e., if you fail, you can retake the exam two more times. In the final year of your study, you will be expected to write a thesis and your study will be concluded with its defense and a final state exam.
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