Program Overview

Introduction to the M.A. Komparatistik Program

The M.A. Komparatistik program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of comparative literature and its various aspects. The program is tailored to meet the needs of students who wish to pursue a career in literature, academia, or related fields.

Program Structure

The program consists of several modules, each focusing on a specific area of comparative literature. The modules are designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the subject matter and to equip them with the necessary skills to analyze and interpret literary texts.

Modules

• Modulhandbuch MA Komparatistik
• Modul暅ersicht und Modulpl鄚e MA Komparatistik
• Studienverlaufspl鄚e
• Pr㘹ungsordnung
• Schein Vertiefungsmodul

Auslandsaufenthalte (Study Abroad)

A study abroad experience is highly recommended for students of comparative literature. It provides an opportunity to immerse oneself in a foreign culture, improve language skills, and gain a unique perspective on literary studies. Students can choose to spend a semester or a year abroad, studying at a partner university or participating in an internship program.

Abschlussphase (Final Phase)

The final phase of the program consists of a master's thesis and a oral examination. The master's thesis is a comprehensive research paper that demonstrates the student's ability to analyze and interpret literary texts. The oral examination is a 30-minute presentation of the thesis, followed by a question-and-answer session.

M.A.-Arbeit (Master's Thesis)

The master's thesis is a research paper that focuses on a specific topic in comparative literature. The topic is chosen in consultation with a faculty advisor, and the paper is expected to demonstrate the student's ability to analyze and interpret literary texts.

M𤦂dliche M.A.-Pr㘹ung (Oral Examination)

The oral examination is a 30-minute presentation of the master's thesis, followed by a question-and-answer session. The examination is designed to assess the student's ability to defend their research and to demonstrate their knowledge of comparative literature.

Pr㘹ungsberechtigte (Examination Board)

The examination board consists of faculty members who are qualified to assess the student's research and knowledge of comparative literature. The board is responsible for evaluating the master's thesis and for conducting the oral examination.

Members of the Examination Board

• Amodeo, Prof. Dr. Immacolata
• Blum-Barth, PD Dr. Natalia
• Eckel, Univ.-Prof. Dr. Winfried
• Kopf, Dr. Martina
• Lamping, Univ.-Prof. Dr. Dieter
• Nicklas, PD Dr. Pascal
• Rajewsky, Univ.-Prof. Dr. Irina
• Seiler, PD Dr. Sascha
• Zipfel, Prof. Dr. Frank

Additional Information

For more information on the program, including admission requirements, tuition fees, and research areas, please refer to the university's website or contact the department directly.