Master's Programme in German Language and Literature Studies
A comprehensive Master's programme offering specialisations in professional translation and teaching German as a foreign language.
Best for:Best for students with a strong command of German and Polish seeking professional certification in translation or teaching.
Overview
The Master's programme in German Language and Literature Studies at the Philological School of Higher Education in Wrocław provides advanced training in linguistics, literary studies, and culture. Students can choose between two primary specialisations: Specialised Translation (Polish-German/German-Polish) or Teaching German as a Foreign Language. The curriculum combines theoretical knowledge with practical workshops to prepare graduates for professional careers in translation, education, or international business. The programme is designed to foster high-level proficiency in German and deep intercultural competence.
What you'll do
- Engage in advanced coursework covering linguistics, literary theory, and cultural studies.
- Develop professional translation skills across diverse fields including law, medicine, and business.
- Participate in teacher training modules including didactics, pedagogy, and psychology for the teaching specialisation.
- Conduct independent research leading to the completion of a Master's dissertation.
- Utilize Computer-Assisted Translation (CAT) tools to improve translation efficiency and quality.
- Critically evaluate translation strategies and apply them according to text function and professional standards.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree (BA) in a relevant field (e.g., German Philology or Teaching German as a Foreign Language).
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA)
Language: German (C1 minimum); Polish (C1 minimum for translation track).
Instruction: German and Polish
- Minimum C1 CEFR proficiency in German.
- Minimum C1 CEFR proficiency in Polish (for the Translation specialisation).
- Academic background in education or teaching (for the Teaching specialisation).
- Ability to perform advanced research and academic writing.
- Hold a valid BA diploma.
- Provide legalized or apostilled educational documents.
- Possess a valid visa or residence permit for Poland (if applicable).
- Submit a medical certificate confirming fitness for study.
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How to apply
Candidates must submit an online application form through the university portal. Applicants are required to provide certified copies of their BA diploma and secondary school certificates, along with translations into Polish. A medical certificate and proof of legal residency in Poland are also mandatory.
- Online application form
- BA diploma with legalization or apostille
- Secondary school leaving certificate with legalization or apostille
- Certified translations of diplomas into Polish
- Medical certificate
- Copy of valid visa or residence permit
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