Master of Arts in Comparative Germanic Linguistics
Specialized graduate programme in the structural and historical analysis of Germanic languages at Universität Bern.
Best for:Best for students with a Bachelor’s in linguistics or a related humanities field seeking rigorous training in Germanic language history, comparative analysis, and theoretical linguistics.
Overview
This Master of Arts programme in Comparative Germanic Linguistics at Universität Bern offers advanced training in the structural, diachronic, and philological study of Germanic languages. Building on a Bachelor’s foundation, it equips students with methodological independence, theoretical depth, and specialized knowledge of linguistic variation, historical development, and contextual frameworks. Graduates emerge prepared for independent research and doctoral studies, with a focus on current scholarly debates. The curriculum integrates comparative analysis, historical linguistics, and philological methods to explore the complexities of Germanic language evolution and diversity.
What you'll do
- Conduct advanced research on the structural and diachronic aspects of Germanic languages.
- Develop methodological independence and theoretical consistency in linguistic analysis.
- Engage with current research questions in comparative Germanic linguistics.
- Apply philological and historical frameworks to study language development.
- Develop autonomous scholarly skills for further academic or research careers.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Linguistics, Germanic Studies, or a related humanities field.
Degree offered: Master of Arts (MA) in Comparative Germanic Linguistics
Language: German proficiency (level not specified in source).
Instruction: German
- Proven academic background in linguistics or a related discipline.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Familiarity with theoretical and methodological frameworks in linguistics.
- Applicants must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree.
- No specific nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
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How to apply
Applicants must apply through the official Universität Bern portal. The process typically involves submitting academic transcripts, a CV, a letter of motivation, and proof of language proficiency. Specific deadlines and detailed instructions are available on the university’s application website.
- CV
- Letter of motivation
- Bachelor’s degree transcripts
- Proof of German language proficiency
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