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American Studies - Bachelor of Arts - Minor FieldAmerican Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

It is a broad course, encompassing American literature as well as numerous cultural areas (popular culture, film, the electronic media, etc.). The course is oriented towards fields of American Studies where the Humboldt-Universität has particular expertise: the interaction between literature, culture and society; cultural diversity (ethnicity, gender/sexuality, class, age, religion); the interdependency between Europe and America; and the role of the media. As a Minor Field with 60 CP, it includes modules 1 to 7 as for American Studies core subject.

General Requirements

Specific requirements for this program are not in our database yet. The following are typical for this degree and language in Germany — always verify the exact requirements on the program's official page.

Academic qualification

A recognised higher-education entrance qualification (Abitur or equivalent). International applicants may need recognition via Anabin and, if not directly eligible, a Studienkolleg + assessment exam (Feststellungsprüfung).

Language

German at C1 level (DSH-2, TestDaF TDN 4, Goethe-Zertifikat C1, or telc C1 Hochschule).

Typical documents

  • Recognised diploma and transcript (certified translations)
  • Language certificate
  • Passport and passport photo
  • Tabular CV (Lebenslauf)
  • Letter of motivation (for many programs)
  • Application via uni-assist / VPD (for most international applicants)

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Subjects / Topic Areas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about American Studies - Bachelor of Arts - Minor Field at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Is American Studies - Bachelor of Arts - Minor Field at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin taught in German or English? ▼

This Bachelor programme is taught in German. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the American Studies - Bachelor of Arts - Minor Field programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for American Studies - Bachelor of Arts - Minor Field at Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying American Studies - Bachelor of Arts - Minor Field? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 working days a year without additional permission (a day of up to 4 hours counts as half a day). After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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