British and American Studies, Master of Arts

Master of Arts in British and American Studies focusing on intercultural knowledge and skills, academic and research skills, centered around the English language and its varieties, literatures in English, different media, and English language cultures and their histories. Specialisation in transculturation, processes of cultural exchange and intercultural phenomena.

Academic requirements

Deadline: 15 July for the following winter semester 15 January for the following summer semester

Minimum GPA

grade 2,5 or above (German scale)

English requirements

Applicants must provide certified evidence of their proficiency in English: English: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL computer-based 230, TOEFL paper-based 570, TOEFL iBT 94, Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English

Accepted bachelor fields

English / American Studies, Linguistics, Comparative Literature, Cultural Studies, Media Studies (with strong English component)

APS Certificate

Yes

Thesis required

Yes

Tuition fee

None

Semester contribution

Since Bielefeld University does not charge tuition fees, every student only has to pay a social fee. The social fee includes the contribution to the social ticket for free public transport in the city and area of Bielefeld and on regional trains and buses in North-Rhine Westphalia for the whole semester. The current semester contribution is approximately 300 EUR.

ECTS credits

120

Funding info

Tuition: None Semester contribution: Since Bielefeld University does not charge tuition fees, every student only has to pay a social fee. The social fee includes the contribution to the social ticket for free public transport in the city and area of Bielefeld and on regional trains and buses in North-Rhine Westphalia for the whole semester. The current semester contribution is approximately 300 EUR.

With a Master’s degree in British and American studies, students can work for international companies, cultural organisations, and foundations both in Germany and abroad. They can go into teaching adults or find jobs in media companies or publishing houses. Academia is another career sector, even if it is a small one.

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