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Universität Augsburg
Master English Social Sciences

English and American Studies

Master

About the Program

The programme enables students to follow their own research interests. Students choose between literary studies and linguistics as a major; in addition, they choose a minor from literary studies, linguistics, cultural studies, or didactics (TEFL). Students take four to five courses per semester; the final semester is reserved for the Master's thesis, which counts for 25% of the overall grade. The programme offers various opportunities to study abroad and credits students for internships and other practical work experience. Student mentors acquaint students with the campus, the library, student life, and programme requirements. Particular strengths of the department include the small course size, a well-equipped library, and excellent student-faculty relations. Our alumni typically go on to work in publishing, media, education, and public relations, or they pursue doctoral degrees at the university.

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 Bachelor's degree in a related field; some programs require a minimum grade or specific prerequisites.

Language

English proficiency (typically IELTS ~6.5 or TOEFL iBT ~90). Basic German is helpful for daily life.

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

General Literary Studies

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about English and American Studies at Universität Augsburg

Is English and American Studies at Universität Augsburg taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in 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 Universität Augsburg? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (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 Universität Augsburg — 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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