Program Overview

Program Overview

The Master's program in Deutsche Literatur (German Literature) at the University of Tübingen offers a comprehensive and in-depth exploration of German literature, from the Middle Ages to the present day. The program is designed to provide students with a thorough understanding of the historical development of German literature, as well as the theoretical and methodological tools necessary to analyze and interpret literary texts.

Key Data on Study Program

• Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
• Academic Degree: Master
• Restricted Admission: None
• Regular Duration of Studies: 4 semesters
• Combination Subject Required: No
• Application Deadline for 1st Semester:
  • For Germans and EU citizens: Summer semester - 15.03, Winter semester - 15.09
  • For non-EU citizens: Summer semester - 15.01, Winter semester - 15.07
• Program Start: Winter semester, Summer semester
• Language of Instruction: German
• Costs: Tuition and other fees

Requirements and Application

• Selection Criteria: Applicants are selected based on their motivation letter and fulfillment of admission requirements.
• Admission Requirements:
  • A degree with a minimum overall grade of 2.5 in a basic undergraduate program (usually a B.A.) with a literary studies focus (usually German Studies) or in a related field.
  • Knowledge of two foreign languages, one of which must be English or French.
• Application Process: Applications are submitted through the University of Tübingen's online application portal.

Program Details

• Program Structure: The Master's program consists of four study areas: Grundlagen (Foundations), Schwerpunkt (Focus), Erweiterung (Expansion), and Abschlussmodul (Final Module).
• Modules:
  • Studienbereich Grundlagen (36 LP): Modules 1-5, including Mittelalter (Middle Ages), Frühe Neuzeit (Early Modern Period), Von der Aufklärung zur Moderne (From Enlightenment to Modernity), 20. Jahrhundert und Gegenwartsliteratur (20th Century and Contemporary Literature), and Theorie und Methodik (Theory and Methodology).
  • Studienbereich Schwerpunkt (24 LP): Modules 6 and 7, including Historische Spezialisierung (Historical Specialization) and Historische oder theoretische Spezialisierung (Historical or Theoretical Specialization).
  • Studienbereich Erweiterung (30 LP): Modules 8 and 9, including Forschung und Berufspraxis (Research and Professional Practice) and Literaturwissenschaft interdisziplinär (Interdisciplinary Literary Studies).
  • Abschlussmodul: M.A.-Arbeit und mündliche Prüfung (30 LP).
• Special Features: The program can be combined with the Master's profile in Digital Humanities, allowing students to integrate digital methods and tools into their literary studies.

Career Prospects

• Fields of Employment: Science, culture, media, and related areas in the economy.
• Advice and Internships: The University's Career Service assists with careers orientation and getting started in the profession. Jobs and internships can be found in the Praxisportal.

Doctorate Options

• A doctorate is possible after completing the Master's program.

Help with Choosing a Study Program

• Is the Program Right for Me?: The program is suitable for students who want to deepen their knowledge of German literature and acquire advanced theoretical and methodological skills.
• Contact Points: The Student Counseling Service, the Section "Advising and Admission of International Students," and the Deutsches Seminar (German Department) provide support and advice for prospective students.

After Your Studies

• Career Prospects: Graduates can pursue careers in science, culture, media, and related areas in the economy.
• Doctorate Options: A doctorate is possible after completing the Master's program.