Liberal Arts and Science: Culture and History Major

Embark on an intellectual journey of discovery through the University of Freiburg’s Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) program with a major in Culture and History. This four-year, full-time program fosters a broad understanding of the human experience across cultures and historical periods.

Immerse Yourself in Interdisciplinary Learning: LAS departs from traditional, siloed disciplines. Instead, you’ll delve into a rich curriculum that integrates knowledge from humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, providing a holistic perspective on cultural and historical inquiry.

Explore Diverse Cultures and Historical Periods: The Culture and History major offers a flexible approach, allowing you to explore a wide range of topics and regions. You can tailor your studies to your interests, delving into ancient civilizations, medieval art history, European intellectual history, or contemporary global cultures, to name a few possibilities.

Develop Critical Thinking and Research Skills: Refine your ability to analyze complex issues, evaluate evidence, and formulate well-supported arguments. Learn to conduct thorough research, drawing on various methodologies and primary and secondary sources.

Hone Your Communication Skills: The program emphasizes effective communication through writing, presentations, and discussions. You’ll learn to articulate your ideas clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences.

Benefit from a Personalized Approach: Small class sizes and close interaction with faculty allow for personalized guidance and mentorship. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your academic interests and chart your own learning path.

Graduates emerge as well-rounded humanities scholars prepared for diverse career paths, including:

• Education (teaching history, social sciences, or humanities at the secondary level)
• Research and academia (pursuing graduate studies in history, cultural studies, or related fields)
• Museums, archives, and libraries
• Cultural heritage management
• Communications and media
• Law
• Government and public policy
• Non-profit organizations