Program Overview
M.A. British Studies
The M.A. British Studies programme, offered in English and located in the heart of Berlin, continues to proudly contribute to the dynamic internationalisation of German higher education and research.
Programme Overview
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has recently reported that Germany has the highest retention rate of international students among leading study destinations (together with Canada). The latest data indicates that around 60% of international students start their careers in the country after graduating. Similarly, in its recent Wissenschaft weltoffen report, the DAAD has found that nearly two-thirds (65%) of international students pursuing a degree in Germany in the 2023/24 academic year planned to remain in the country.
Reasons for Choosing Germany
Among the most commonly cited reasons for choosing Germany are:
- High quality of life (65%)
- Employment opportunities (61%)
- Economic stability (59%)
- Interest in the country (58%) in general
- Honing their language skills (46%)
- Others
English-Language Degree Programmes
Three-quarters (73%) of all international Master's students in Germany are enrolled in English-language degree programmes. Of all federal states, Berlin has accounted for a 30% increase in the influx of international students over the past 5 years.
Programme Location
The programme is located at the Centre for British Studies, Groflbritannien-Zentrum, in Berlin. The centre is situated at Anton-Wilhelm-Amo-Strafle 60, 10117 Berlin. The library is located at August-Boeckh-Haus, Dorotheenstrafle 65, 10099 Berlin.