not only comprehensively researches and teaches the Romance languages and literatures offered as degree programmes (French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish), but also regularly offers courses on languages and literatures with a smaller number of speakers (Catalan, Romanian). A special feature of the Department of Romance Languages is that, in addition to linguistics, in which the comparison of Romance languages with each other and with Latin is indispensable anyway, the comparative and transnational perspective is also firmly established in research and teaching in literary studies. Numerous exchange programmes with partner universities in Romance-speaking countries (including France, Italy, Portugal, Spain and Latin America) contribute to the internationalisation of studies.

Students can come to the our Helpdesk to discuss any questions concerning their studies, like the selection of courses, the exam regulations (Prüfungsordnung) or the stipulations of the module handbook. To discuss these or other questions, please come see us during our helpdesk hours (no appointment required) or contact us by Mail ..

On our website you will find information for first-year students as well as about the degree programmes on offer. The academic advisors will also be happy to provide you with information. Students changing their place of study will find information on the recognition of academic achievements here.

By clicking on study programme you will find all important information on the individual degree programmes (including study and exam regulations), on the responsibilities of the student counselling service and the office hours of the lecturers - as well as on studying abroad. If you’re a current student looking for information or assistance, please consult the module handbook for your degree programm. The teaching staff will also be happy to provide you with information. Information on the courses in the current semester can be found in the Alma-Portal. Under the menu item Studies > Registration you will find useful information on the allocation of places in the courses and on registering for examinations.