Master of Arts in European Literatures and Cultures
An interdisciplinary Master's programme exploring European literary and cultural history through a comparative lens.
Best for:Best for students with a background in philology or cultural studies seeking an interdisciplinary approach to European literature.
Overview
The Master of Arts in European Literatures and Cultures at the University of Freiburg offers a comprehensive study of European literary and cultural traditions from antiquity to the present. Students engage with the processes of production, reception, and exchange that shape European cultural identity, while exploring the interplay between literature, media, and other arts. The curriculum is designed to be interdisciplinary, combining theoretical and methodological approaches from philology, cultural studies, and media studies. Participants are expected to develop advanced analytical skills and a deep understanding of transcultural issues, preparing them for professional roles in cultural mediation and research.
What you'll do
- Analyze complex literary and cultural phenomena using methodological and theoretical models.
- Engage in the study of literary-cultural production, reception, and exchange processes.
- Develop comprehensive competence in addressing inter- and transcultural issues.
- Participate in optional study abroad units or international exchange programs.
- Complete a Master's thesis in German or another European language.
- Undertake optional research or literature mediation internships.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in philology or cultural studies.
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German (C1), English (B2), and basic knowledge of a third language (A2).
Instruction: German, English, and French.
- German language proficiency at C1 level (official certificate required).
- English language proficiency at B2 level (official certificate required).
- Academic background in philology or cultural studies.
- Basic knowledge of a second modern foreign language (A2) or an ancient language.
- Must hold a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
- Must meet specific language proficiency requirements for German and English.
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- Bachelor's degree certificate
- Official German language certificate
- Official English language certificate
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