North American Studies (Master of Arts)
Explore the transdisciplinary study of North America in a global context through a joint MA programme in Bonn and Cologne.
Best for:Best for students with a background in humanities or social sciences seeking a transdisciplinary Master's degree focused on North America.
Overview
The Master of Arts in North American Studies is a 4-semester graduate programme offered jointly by the University of Bonn and the University of Cologne. It provides students with a transdisciplinary understanding of cultural, political, economic, and social structures across the United States and Canada. The curriculum combines core modules in literary and cultural studies with flexible specialisations in politics, economics, history, and postcolonial studies. Students are expected to complete comprehensive coursework and write a master's thesis to graduate with advanced intercultural competence.
What you'll do
- Complete core modules covering literature, theory, popular culture, and transdisciplinary research perspectives
- Select and complete two elective specialisation areas from politics, economics, history, or postcolonial studies
- Participate in academic conferences, lecture series, and professional training modules
- Undertake an optional professional internship within the intercultural competence framework
- Conduct independent academic research and write a master's thesis
Requirements
Degree required: University degree (German or non-German) in a relevant discipline
Degree offered: Master of Arts
Language: English; CEFR level C1 or Bachelor's degree taught entirely in English
Instruction: English
- Prior academic focus on North America within disciplines such as literary and cultural studies, political science, history, postcolonial studies, economics, media studies, or linguistics
- Ability to engage with complex theoretical frameworks in cultural and social sciences
- Finesse in analytical writing and independent academic research
- Applicants must hold a relevant university degree with a minimum grade of 2.5 (or local equivalent) OR achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 on their Bachelor's thesis
- Fulfilment of specific module requirements with a focus on North America
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How to apply
Deadline: 2026-09-15
Prepare your academic transcripts and proof of English proficiency before applying through the university's online applicant portal. Ensure you submit all required application materials within the designated application window.
- University degree certificate
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency
Contact
Jan Logemann· Programme Coordinator
https://www.nas.uni-bonn.de/en/studying/prospective-students1
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