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University of Rostock
Rostock
British & American Transcultural Studies
Subjects: British Studies;American Studies;Linguistics;Culture
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
This research-oriented two-year MA program offers students a deep dive into British and American Transcultural Studies. The curriculum covers a wide array of subjects, such as cultural contact, colonization, and migration. Courses focus on both the historical and contemporary impacts of expansion, colonization, and migration on the English language and English-speaking cultures. Students gain essential skills for further academic pursuits, like a doctoral degree. The program also lays a solid foundation for careers in education, public relations, media, culture, and related fields. This MA program equips you with the knowledge and expertise needed to excel in various professional paths.
Program Information
| Study Location | Rostock |
| Start Semester | Summer, Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English, German |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 232 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | C1 |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Proof of English language skills C1 according to GER.
Qualification Requirements
The general entry requirement for a master's degree at the University of Rostock is a first professional degree (usually a bachelor's degree). ► Entry requirements for master's programs at the University of Rostock The following subject-specific entry requirements must also be met for the British and American Transcultural Studies sub-degree program : According to Section 3 of the General Examination Regulations (Bachelor/Master), access to the two-subject master's degree program at the Faculty of Humanities is tied to proof of a first professionally qualifying university degree with at least 180 credit points, of which at least 60 credit points are in the area of English/American Studies. Proof of English language skills C1 according to GER. If the criteria mentioned are not all met, the applicant can provide further evidence to demonstrate their subject-specific and course-specific qualifications. The examination committee then decides on a case-by-case basis whether the applicant will still be admitted to the course of study.
Document Requirements
University entrance qualification (usually high school diploma) Certificate of university degree or transcript of records from the responsible examination office Proof of language skills and, if necessary, further evidence in accordance with the course-specific examination and study regulations
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Not restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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