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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

English and American Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

About the Program

In the Bachelor's degree programme in English and American Studies, you will acquire basic knowledge and methodological skills in the subject areas of English Linguistics and English and American Literature. Central subjects are the scientific description and analysis of the English language as well as the scientific examination of the literatures and cultures of the English-speaking world (focus on Great Britain and North America). The study programme is designed to build on this. After a two-semester introduction to the individual subject areas, you can choose from a wide range of compulsory electives whether you want to study the entire subject or specialise in one area (English linguistics, English and American Studies, American Studies or Medieval Studies). The degree programme is rounded off by a demanding, progressively designed practical language course.

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

Depending on your chosen track: German at C1 (DSH-2/TestDaF) or English (IELTS ~6.5 / TOEFL iBT ~90).

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 English and American Studies at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena

Is English and American Studies at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena taught in German or English? ▼

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

How much does the English and American Studies 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 English and American Studies at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), 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 English and American Studies? ▼

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 Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena — 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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