Master of Arts in German Studies
A two‑year MA program focusing on German language, literature and culture at the University of Bern.
Best for:Students with a bachelor's degree in humanities, linguistics or related fields who want to deepen their expertise in German language and literature.
Overview
The University of Bern offers a Master of Arts in German Studies that combines coursework with independent research. The programme is administered by the Faculty of Humanities and is taught entirely in German. Students will attend seminars, complete advanced language and literature modules, and produce a research thesis on a topic of their choice. Successful candidates are expected to demonstrate strong academic writing skills and a solid foundation in German studies.
What you'll do
- Attend and actively participate in taught seminars and lectures.
- Complete required coursework and language modules.
- Design and carry out an independent research project for the master thesis.
- Present research findings in departmental seminars.
- Collaborate with peers on group assignments and discussions.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor's degree in Humanities, Linguistics, German Studies or a related field
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: German (C1 level)
Instruction: German
- Proficiency in German (minimum C1 level)
- Academic writing and research skills
- Ability to work independently on a research project
Funding & terms
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How to apply
Deadline: April 30 (fall semester), December 15 (spring semester)
Applicants must submit an online application through the university's study programme portal. Required documents include a CV, motivation letter, bachelor transcripts and proof of German language proficiency. After uploading the files, confirm the submission and await further instructions from the admissions office.
- CV
- Motivation letter
- Bachelor transcript
- Proof of German language proficiency
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