Program Overview

Introduction to the Interdisciplinary Certificate North American Studies

The Interdisciplinary Certificate North American Studies is designed for individuals interested in learning more about North America, including its cultures, peoples, histories, languages, global significance, and entanglements. This certificate program offers a unique opportunity to explore North America from diverse perspectives, extending from literary, cultural, and book studies to educational history.

Program Overview

The certificate allows students to choose a focus of study both within and outside of their regular coursework. This means that students can select courses as well as certificate-specific formats, such as summer schools, internships, or a semester abroad, from within their own department or explore the course catalogues of other departments.

Eligibility and Enrollment

The certificate is open to all B.A., M.A., and M.Ed. students of one of the three participating departments: Educational Sciences, History/Philosophy, and Philology. A formal enrollment into the program is not required. Students can start by downloading the module description and the module book and then documenting their classes.

Benefits of the Certificate

The Interdisciplinary Certificate North American Studies enables students to delve into diverse perspectives on North American print and popular culture and learn about socio-political as well as historical contexts. The interdisciplinary nature of the certificate allows students to discover commonalities and differences between disciplines and reflect on North America in ways that their regular studies cannot offer. The certificate can help students connect with like-minded students, gain practical experience through a possible stay in a North American country, and stand out in today's job markets.

Connecting with Other Students

Students pursuing the certificate can connect with other students by joining a dedicated course, which provides updates on events, internship opportunities, and more.

Program Details

• The certificate is interdisciplinary, covering a wide range of topics related to North America.
• Students can choose from various courses and certificate-specific formats.
• The program is open to students from different departments, promoting a diverse and interdisciplinary approach.
• There are no formal enrollment requirements; students can start by documenting their classes.
• The certificate offers benefits such as connecting with like-minded students, gaining practical experience, and enhancing job market prospects.

Areas of Study

• Literary, cultural, and book studies
• Educational history
• Socio-political and historical contexts of North America
• Print and popular culture

Participation

• The certificate is available to B.A., M.A., and M.Ed. students.
• Students from the participating departments (Educational Sciences, History/Philosophy, and Philology) are eligible.
• The program can be completed at any time while enrolled at the university.