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North American Studies (MA)

Explore the complex literatures, cultures, and media of North America in an interdisciplinary Master of Arts programme.

Best for:Best for students holding a relevant bachelor's degree with a background in cultural or literary studies seeking an English-language master's in North American studies.

Marburg University · Marburg, Germany · R1 · First-stage researcher
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American literaturescultural studiestransnational perspectivesmedia in North American studiesinterculturality
This is a masters position — not a PhD studentship.
Deadline
Application deadline: 21 August 2026 The application period starts on 1 April for applicants with a foreign degree and on 1 June for applicants with a German degree.
Funding
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4 semesters
Start date
Winter semester
Full-time
Location
Marburg
Germany

Overview

Marburg University offers a four-semester Master of Arts in North American Studies that explores the literatures and cultures of the USA and Canada. The curriculum provides an active and interdisciplinary learning environment focusing on transnational perspectives, interculturality, and various cultural media. Students progress through foundational courses, theoretical approaches, media studies, an integrated internship, and complete a master's thesis in their final semester. The programme is taught entirely in English and welcomes international applicants.

North American StudiesMaster of Artscultural studiesliterary studiesMarburg UniversityEnglish-taught programme

What you'll do

  • Complete coursework across literary studies, cultural studies, and theoretical approaches to North American studies
  • Participate in interdisciplinary seminars, lectures, and a dedicated colloquium
  • Undertake an integrated practical internship during the programme
  • Conduct independent research and write a master's thesis in the fourth semester

Requirements

Degree required: University degree in a literary and culturally oriented study programme or equivalent

Degree offered: Master of Arts

Language: English; C1 level required (e.g., IELTS Academic score of 7)

Instruction: English

Required skills
  • Academic background in literary, cultural, or Anglophone studies
  • Familiarity with North American literature and culture topics
  • Ability to engage in critical textual and media analysis
Nice to have
Prior international academic or professional experiencePractical experience gained through internships in relevant fields
Eligibility
  • Applicants must hold a qualifying university degree with at least 30 credit points in literary and culturally oriented studies or equivalent achievements, including a focus on North American issues of at least 15 credit points

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How to apply

Deadline: 2026-08-21

Submit your application through the uni-assist portal by the specified deadline. Ensure all required academic certificates and official language proficiency proof are attached. Applicants with foreign degrees typically start their application period on 1 April.

Documents required
  • University degree certificate
  • Academic transcripts
  • Official English language certificate
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Department of Foreign Languages and Cultures
Marburg University
Germany
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