Ibero-Romance Cultural Studies (MA)
A research-oriented Master's programme exploring the cultural, linguistic, and transatlantic connections of the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America.
Best for:Best for students with a background in Romance philology or Latin American studies seeking a transnational, research-oriented humanities degree.
Overview
The Ibero-Romance Cultural Studies (IRK) Master of Arts at the University of Augsburg is a research-focused programme examining the cultural and media landscapes of the Iberian Peninsula and Latin America. Students engage with transnational and comparative perspectives, including transatlantic relations, postcolonial studies, and pluricentricity. The curriculum combines philological humanities with interdisciplinary approaches to language, history, and media. The programme includes a mandatory semester abroad, offering opportunities for internships or research projects at partner institutions.
What you'll do
- Engage in comparative and transnational research on Ibero-Romance cultures and media.
- Complete two elective modules to acquire interdisciplinary competencies.
- Participate in a mandatory third-semester abroad, involving study, case studies, or internships.
- Attend international workshops, spring schools, and masterclasses with global experts.
- Contribute to the academic activities of the ISLA Institute, such as lecture series and exhibitions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Ibero-Romance Studies, Hispanic Studies, Lusophone Studies, Latin American Studies, Romance Philology, or a related field.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German (B2); Spanish or Portuguese (C1).
Instruction: German, Spanish, and Portuguese.
- German language proficiency at B2 level (CEFR).
- Spanish or Portuguese language proficiency at C1 level (CEFR).
- Academic background in humanities or philological studies.
- Applicants must hold a relevant undergraduate degree.
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Deadline: 2026-09-15
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