MA/MLitt in German and Comparative Literature (Double Degree)
A unique double-degree programme combining German Studies and Comparative Literature across Germany and Scotland.
Best for:Best for students with a strong background in German, Comparative Literature, or related disciplines who seek an immersive, intercultural academic experience combining two academic traditions.
Overview
This two-year double-degree Master’s programme is jointly offered by the University of Bonn and the University of St Andrews. Students spend their first year in Bonn, studying German-language modules, and their second year in Scotland, focusing on English-taught Comparative Literature. The programme emphasizes intercultural perspectives, blending academic traditions from both countries. Students complete an 18,000-word dissertation under joint supervision, with comparative topics written in English and German topics available in either language. The curriculum integrates international guest lectures, comparative literature, and cultural studies, preparing graduates for careers in academia, cultural institutions, or international organizations.
What you'll do
- Complete four German-language modules during the first year at the University of Bonn.
- Attend two English-taught modules at the University of St Andrews during the second year.
- Write an 18,000-word Master’s dissertation under joint supervision from both universities.
- Engage in interdisciplinary coursework blending German and British academic traditions.
- Participate in international guest lectures and comparative literature discussions.
- Immerse in academic life in both Germany and Scotland, fostering cross-cultural academic exchange.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in German, Comparative Literature, or a related discipline (e.g., English Studies).
Degree offered: MA (Master of Arts) / MLitt (Master of Letters)
Language: German: C1 level (Goethe-Zertifikat C1, DSH-3, UNIcert® III); English: C1 level (IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 91, or equivalent).
Instruction: German (first year, Bonn) and English (second year, St Andrews); dissertation can be in English or German depending on topic.
- Proficient reading and writing skills in German (C1 level).
- Proficient reading and writing skills in English (C1 level).
- Ability to conduct independent research in Literary and Cultural Studies.
- Open to applicants from all countries.
- No age restrictions.
- No prior residency requirements.
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How to apply
Deadline: 2027-06-30
Applicants must submit their application through the University of Bonn’s online portal (HISinOne). Required documents include a CV, proof of language proficiency (German and English), academic transcripts, a statement of purpose, and two letters of recommendation. The application period for the winter semester is from May 1, 2027, to June 30, 2027.
- CV
- Proof of German language proficiency (C1 level)
- Proof of English language proficiency (C1 level)
- Academic transcripts (Bachelor’s degree)
- Statement of purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
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