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Free University of Berlin
Berlin
English Studies | Literature, Language, Culture
Subjects: English Studies;Literature;Linguistics
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
The program transcends the usual boundaries within English studies, merging literature, linguistics, and cultural studies of the English-speaking world, excluding North America. This approach offers a fresh, integrated, and global perspective on the subjects. Courses and study areas will not be limited to a single national literature but will explore intercultural and transcultural phenomena. The program aims to enhance students' understanding of historical contexts and the connections between literature and other texts and media.
Program Information
| Study Location | Berlin |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 305 EUR |
Step 2 - Check Application Requirements
Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Proof of English language skills (level C1 CEFR) for applicants whose degree was not obtained at an institution/university where English is generally the language of instruction across all courses in all faculties (see MA-Handbook for details).
Qualification Requirements
Applicants must meet the following requirements for admission to the Master's degree program: A professionally qualifying German or equivalent international university degree: with a degree in English Philology that is at least equivalent to the 60-credit point module in English Philology offered by the Department of Philosophy and Humanities at Freie Universität Berlin or in general and comparative literature (comparative literature), cultural studies, cultural anthropology, cultural sociology, gender studies, film studies, theater and dance studies or in other philologies with a literary and cultural studies component in English philology of at least 20 credit points Proof of English language skills (level C1 CEFR) for applicants whose degree was not obtained at an institution/university where English is generally the language of instruction across all courses in all faculties (see MA-Handbook for details).
Document Requirements
graduation certificate (if you have completed your studies) If you are applying for a higher subject-specific semester, this document is stringently required. official current transcript of records official transcript of records for the master’s program and a current certificate of enrollment if applicable, current certificate of enrollment official translations of all certificates if issued in any language other than German or English proof of English knowledge if applicable, additional study-related skills
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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