Dr. Wolfgang Imo

Professor

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Biography

Wolfgang Imo is a distinguished professor at the University of Hamburg, specializing in German linguistics with a focus on syntax and pragmatics. He has held several prominent academic positions, including professorships at the University of Duisburg-Essen and Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg. His research interests encompass language interaction, construction grammar, and the analysis of spoken German. Imo has contributed significantly to the field through various DFG-funded projects, including studies on interactional grammar and the effectiveness of communication in medical contexts. His academic journey began with studies in English, political science, history, German studies, and education across renowned universities in Germany and the UK, culminating in a doctorate focused on research into spoken language phenomena. Imo has actively mentored PhD candidates and has collaborated on numerous international academic partnerships, including linguistic exchanges with universities across the former Soviet Union. He remains committed to advancing linguistic methodologies and improving instructional approaches in German as a foreign language, hoping to foster better understanding and communication in diverse settings.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor of German Linguistics

2017-10-01 — Present

University of Hamburg • Hamburg, Germany

Focusing on Syntax and Pragmatics.

W3-Professor for German Linguistics

2012-04-01 — 2017-09-30

University of Duisburg-Essen • Duisburg, Germany

Led several research initiatives in syntax and pragmatics.

W3-Professor for German Linguistics

2016-10-01 — 2017-09-30

Martin Luther University Halle-Wittenberg • Halle, Germany

Research on interactional aspects of language.

Research Associate

2004-01-01 — 2008-12-31

University of Münster • Münster, Germany

Conducted research in spoken language studies.

Instructor

2004-03-01 — 2004-03-21

Ilia State University • Tbilisi, Georgia

Taught German as a foreign language.

Visiting Lecturer

2010-03-01 — 2010-03-14

National Mirzo Ulughbek University • Tashkent, Uzbekistan

Conducted lectures on German linguistics.

Requirements for University of Hamburg

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field At least 60 ECTS in core computer science subjects
Application Checklist
  • Transcript of Records
  • Bachelor's degree certificate (or preliminary transcript)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Motivation
  • Module descriptions/table of 60 ECTS in CS
Specialization Notes

Includes tracks like Intelligent Adaptive Systems (IAS).