American Studies, MA

Academic discipline: Humanities

Qualification: Philologist in American Studies

Starting date: September

Language requirements: English language proficiency (TOEFL 587 /IELTS 7.0 /oral examination)

Academic requirements:

Credit points can be fully recognized from English and American Studies. The following programs can also be considered for credit recognition: bachelor’s and master’s programs and other training programs under the Higher Education Act LXXX of 1993, which are accepted by the credit transfer committee. At least 50 credit points can be recognized from earlier studies in the following fields: English and American Studies, with at least 30 credits specifically from American English language, American literature, and culture.

Duration: 4 semesters

ECTS credits: 120 credits

Tuition Fee: 7,000 USD/year

One-time fees: Application fee 150 USD, entrance procedure fee 350 USD

Short description:

The aim of the American Studies MA program is to train experts in the broad field of American studies, which encompasses North American history and political culture, literary history, literary and cultural theory, visual and popular culture, the history of the arts, and ethnic studies. Students will become highly skilled users of the American English language and will acquire extensive knowledge of Canadian, Mexican, and Australian cultures and literatures.

Specializations:

Ethnic and Multicultural Studies
American Literature

Lecture, seminar: 18%

Practice: 82%

Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):

Year 1: American Literary Culture, American History and Political Culture, American Culture Through Language, Literary and Cultural Theory, Introduction to the Profession of American Studies, American Popular Culture, North American History and Political Culture in the 20th century.
Year 2: Specialization courses, Thesis writing seminar.

Career prospects: Equipped with practical skills, theoretical insights, and comprehensive knowledge in diverse fields of American studies, MA graduates may seek employment in areas requiring in-depth and up-to-date familiarity with culture and communication (both oral and written). Potential career paths include education management, various levels of government, business, media, publishing, diplomacy, international relations, and tourism.

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