Master of Arts in German Language and Literature
Advanced graduate study exploring German linguistics, modern literature, and medieval cultural history at the University of Basel.
Best for:Best for humanities graduates with a strong interest in German philology, literary history, and linguistic analysis.
Overview
The Master of Arts in German Language and Literature at the University of Basel offers comprehensive advanced study across three core areas: German Linguistics, Modern German Literature, and Medieval German Studies. Students examine historical and contemporary language use, literary theory and history from the 1500s onward including dramatic arts and film, and medieval texts alongside cultural development and philology. The programme equips students with rigorous methodological, analytical, and critical research skills within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Applicants are expected to engage deeply with primary texts, theoretical frameworks, and linguistic evolution.
What you'll do
- Complete coursework across German linguistics, modern German literature, and medieval German studies
- Conduct advanced textual analysis, philological research, and critical interpretation of literary and historical works
- Engage with theoretical frameworks in semantics, discourse analysis, and cultural history
- Participate in seminars, colloquia, and research activities within the department
- Write and defend a master's thesis demonstrating independent scholarly research
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German; proficiency required for academic study and coursework
Instruction: German
- Foundational knowledge in German literature and language
- Ability to analyze literary and historical texts critically
- Strong reading and analytical skills for academic research
- Familiarity with scholarly writing and academic methodologies
- Hold a recognized university bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification
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How to apply
Deadline: April 30 / November 30
Applicants must submit their application through the university admissions portal by the specified semester deadlines. Ensure all required academic transcripts and documentation are uploaded in accordance with university guidelines.
- BSc transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Identity document
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