Minor in Scandinavian Studies
Specialized graduate program offering in-depth knowledge of Scandinavian languages, cultures, and literatures at Universität Bern.
Best for:Best for graduates with a Bachelor’s in humanities or social sciences who wish to specialize in Scandinavian languages, cultures, and literatures with a focus on research and critical analysis.
Overview
This minor program at Universität Bern is designed for students seeking advanced expertise in Scandinavian Studies. It builds on foundational knowledge from a Bachelor’s degree, enhancing active and passive language skills in Danish and Swedish. Participants engage with scholarly research, critical discourse analysis, and cultural mediation, developing analytical and problem-solving skills applicable to academic and professional fields. The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches, combining literary studies, cultural analysis, and translation theory. Graduates are prepared for careers in academia, cultural institutions, or international organizations requiring deep linguistic and cultural competence.
What you'll do
- Develop advanced active and passive language skills in Danish and Swedish.
- Engage with scholarly research and critically assess research opinions in Scandinavian languages, cultures, and literatures.
- Apply methods and theories of cultural and literary studies to Scandinavian-related subjects.
- Conduct structured, solution-driven analysis of complex issues in Scandinavian studies.
- Develop skills in inter-Scandinavian communication and cultural mediation.
- Participate in translation studies and interdisciplinary research projects.
Requirements
Degree required: Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, or a related field
Degree offered: Master of Arts (RVO19) or related specialization
Language: German; Danish or Swedish (active and passive knowledge)
Instruction: German, Danish, and Swedish
- Proven academic background in humanities or social sciences
- Basic proficiency in Scandinavian languages (Danish or Swedish)
- Ability to conduct independent research and critical analysis
- Open to international applicants
- No specific nationality restrictions
- No age restrictions
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How to apply
Applicants must apply through the official Universität Bern portal. The process involves submitting academic transcripts, proof of language proficiency, and a statement of purpose. Additional documents may be required based on the program’s specific guidelines.
- CV or resume
- Bachelor’s degree transcripts
- Proof of language proficiency in Danish/Swedish and German
- Statement of purpose or research proposal
- Letter of motivation
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