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Master of Arts in Anglophone Modernities in Literature and Culture

Explore post-colonial, British, and American literatures and cultures with a focus on research and teaching.

Best for:Best for students passionate about literature, culture, and post-colonial studies who seek a research-focused Master’s degree with career opportunities in academia, publishing, and international organisations.

University of Potsdam · Potsdam, Germany
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Post-colonial literatureBritish literature and cultureAmerican literature and cultureLiterary theory and criticismCultural studiesGlobal literary dynamics
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Application deadline for the winter semester: 1 June (first semester) and 15 August (advanced semester) Application deadline for the summer semester: 1 December (first semester) and 15 February (advanced semester)
Funding
Unfunded
4 semesters (2 years)
Start date
Winter or summer semester (flexible)
Full-time
Location
Potsdam
Germany

Overview

This Master of Arts programme at the University of Potsdam offers a deep dive into Anglophone literatures and cultures, preparing graduates for academic careers in research and teaching. Students engage with post-colonial, British, and American literary and cultural developments, gaining expertise applicable to journalism, publishing, international organisations, and cultural education. The curriculum integrates international perspectives and includes an internship, fostering both theoretical and practical skills. The programme is fully taught in English and caters to international students seeking to advance their understanding of global literary and cultural dynamics.

Anglophone literaturesPost-colonial studiesLiterary and cultural analysisResearch and teaching in literatureInternational cultural perspectivesAcademic career preparation

What you'll do

  • Conduct in-depth research on Anglophone post-colonial, British, and American literatures and cultures.
  • Develop critical analysis and theoretical frameworks for literary and cultural studies.
  • Engage with interdisciplinary approaches to literature and culture, including international comparisons.
  • Complete an integrated internship to gain practical experience in relevant fields such as publishing, journalism, or cultural education.
  • Participate in seminars, workshops, and collaborative projects focused on literary and cultural themes.
  • Develop academic writing and presentation skills for research and teaching purposes.

Requirements

Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in English, American Studies, Literature, Cultural Studies, or a related field.

Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)

Language: English proficiency at C1 level; official certificate required (e.g., TOEFL iBT 95, IELTS Academic 7, PTE Academic 76, UNIcert® III, or equivalent).

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Proficient academic writing and research skills in English.
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
  • Familiarity with key theories and methodologies in literary and cultural studies.
Nice to have
Experience with digital humanities or computational methods in literary analysis.Prior research experience in post-colonial or comparative literature.Fluency in additional languages beyond English.
Eligibility
  • No minimum German language skills required.
  • No restrictions on nationality or residency.
  • No age limits specified.

Funding & terms

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How to apply

Deadline: 2024-06-01 (Winter semester, first semester) and 2024-08-15 (Winter semester, advanced semester); 2024-12-01 (Summer semester, first semester) and 2024-02-15 (Summer semester, advanced semester) (Europe/Berlin)

Applicants must submit their application through the official University of Potsdam portal for Master’s programmes. Required documents include a completed application form, proof of Bachelor’s degree, official transcripts, a CV, a letter of motivation, proof of English proficiency, and two letters of recommendation. Additional documents may be required depending on the applicant’s background.

Documents required
  • Completed application form
  • Proof of Bachelor’s degree
  • Official transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Letter of motivation
  • Proof of English proficiency (C1 level)
  • Two letters of recommendation
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Institute of English and American Studies
University of Potsdam
Germany
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