Program Overview

English Literatures and Cultures - Master

Key data on study program

• Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
• Academic Degree: Master
• Restricted admission: None
• Regular duration of studies: 4 semesters
• Is a combination subject required?: No

Requirements and application

Which requirements must I meet for studies?

This Master's program is formally open to all applicants. However, a timely application via the University of Tübingen's online application portal is necessary, on the basis of which the program coordinators check whether the admission requirements are met.

Which languages must I know?

Very good knowledge of the English language in word and writing.

Program details

Which topics are dealt with in the program?

This area of study delves into the rich tradition of English literature in Great Britain, as well as the newer literatures that have emerged in English across the globe. Of particular interest is the role literature has played across a range of cultural contexts throughout history, both in terms of its functions and achievements.

Literature is therefore viewed as an integral part of the culture of the modern era, in the widest sense of the phrase – encompassing cultural developments from the Middle Ages to the ‘postmodern’ era. More recent developments in the field, built on the concept of ‘literary studies as a form of media studies and cultural studies‘, form the basis for exploring the relationship between literary texts and other types of text and media, thus creating a productive link between literary and cultural studies. The ability to critically analyze and reflect on texts of any kind constitutes the core principle underlying teaching and learning in this area.

What is special about the Tübingen program?

The program can be combined with the Master's profile in Digital Humanities. Within one module, the humanities research approaches and methods acquired in the program are combined with methods and tools of modern digital data processing - such as 3D modeling, programming of databases, or digital editing.

Is study abroad expected?

Optional time abroad: You may choose to spend some time abroad as part of any study program. You should start planning it 12 to 18 months before your departure.

Career prospects

A Master's degree in English Studies will prepare students for jobs predominantly (but not exclusively) in the areas of public relations, adult education, intercultural communication, and in similar career fields where a strong background in communicative and intercultural skills, in addition to excellent foreign language skills, plays a crucial role.

Application deadline

• Application deadline for Germans and EU citizens:
  • Summer semester: 15.03
  • Winter semester: 15.09
• Application deadline for non-EU citizens:
  • Summer semester: 15.01
  • Winter semester: 15.07

Program start

The program starts in the winter semester and summer semester.

Language of instruction

The language of instruction is English.

Costs

Tuition and other fees apply.