Most ISME modules end with one module examination. The format depends on the module.

Module	Exam format	Grading
Studying the Middle East	Written assignment, 5,000 words	Pass/fail
Interdisciplinary Perspectives	Written assignment, 3,000 words	Graded
Reading the Middle East // through its Languages	—	No exam
Your two chosen modules (Histories // Traditions // Languages // Literatures)	Written assignment, 5,000 words each	Graded
Complementary — Research Perspectives	Project outline, ~5 pages	Pass/fail
Complementary — Internship	Internship report, ~5 pages	Pass/fail
Complementary — modules from other programs	Follows that program's own regulations
Communicating Research	Exposé, 1200 words	Pass/fail

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Which course do I write the exam for?
A module may contain two courses, but you usually complete only one module examination. You normally agree the topic with one of the instructors whose course you attended.

⚠️ Always check the ISME rules

In consolidation modules, you may attend courses together with students from other degree programs. Their examination requirements may be different from yours.

For your ISME degree, the ISME regulations apply.

If a lecturer gives you different examination instructions, check the Regulations page or contact isme@geschkult.fu-berlin.de.

Grading

Pass/fail exams don't affect your grade.

Graded examinations use the following grading scale: 1.0; 1.3; 1.7; 2.0; 2.3; 2.7; 3.0; 3.3; 3.7; 4.0 and 5.0.

Range	Meaning
1.0–1.5	Very Good
1.6–2.5	Good
2.6–3.5	Satisfactory
3.6–4.0	Sufficient
4.1+	Not Passed

Your final degree grade is based on your graded module examinations and the master’s thesis.