Dr. Dieter Weiß

Professor

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Biography

Dieter J. Weiß has been a professor of Bavarian History and Comparative Regional History with a special focus on the Middle Ages at Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich since 2011. His academic background includes a habilitation in Medieval and Modern History with a focus on Regional History from Friedrich-Alexander-University Erlangen in 1996, and a doctorate on the history of the Teutonic Knights in Franconia during the Middle Ages. He has held various academic positions, including professor of Bavarian History at the University of Bayreuth and lecturer in Modern History at the University of Würzburg. He has contributed significantly to several historical associations and publications, serving as an editor for journals and being involved in scientific councils. His research interests center around the history of Bavaria and its regions, the role of regional powers in the medieval and modern periods, and he is active in various scholarly committees.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of Bavarian History

2011-01-01 — Present

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich • Munich, Germany

Leading the chair for Bavarian History, focusing on the comparative history of Bavaria and neighboring regions.

Professor of Bavarian History

2001-01-01 — 2008-01-01

University of Bayreuth • Bayreuth, Germany

Held a professorship dedicated to the study and teaching of Bavarian History.

Requirements for Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Economics or related quantitative field At least 75% of Bachelor's curriculum completed at time of application
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vitae in English
  • Motivation letter (2000-3000 characters)
  • Bachelor's degree certificate and transcript
  • Explanation of grading scale
  • Proof of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Administered by the Faculty of Economics. GRE is NOT required for the standard M.Sc. Economics.