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Technische Universität Braunschweig
Bachelor German + English Social Sciences

English Studies

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Technische Universität Braunschweig Braunschweig · Lower Saxony Location: Brunswick

About the Program

English Studies is offered as a major or minor as part of the two-subject Bachelor's degree. The program focuses on studying the past and present of the English language and anglophone literature in the context of culture and society. Study contents include Introduction to Literary and Cultural Studies, Linguistic Foundations, Language Skills, Mediating Languages and Cultures, Advanced Language Skills, Advanced Literary and Cultural Studies, and Language and Cultural Contexts. If chosen as a major or with the aim of becoming a teacher, a three-month stay abroad is compulsory. The teaching degree program consists of two subjects (major and minor), educational sciences, interdisciplinary profile courses, school internships, and a final thesis module. For elementary, secondary, and comprehensive schools, the major subject comprises 51 credit points and the minor subject 45 credit points. For high schools (Gymnasium), the major subject comprises 90 credit points and the minor subject 45 credit points.
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English Studies is offered as a major or minor as part of the two-subject Bachelor's degree. The program focuses on studying the past and present of the English language and anglophone literature in the context of culture and society. Study contents include Introduction to Literary and Cultural Studies, Linguistic Foundations, Language Skills, Mediating Languages and Cultures, Advanced Language Skills, Advanced Literary and Cultural Studies, and Language and Cultural Contexts. If chosen as a major or with the aim of becoming a teacher, a three-month stay abroad is compulsory. The teaching degree program consists of two subjects (major and minor), educational sciences, interdisciplinary profile courses, school internships, and a final thesis module. For elementary, secondary, and comprehensive schools, the major subject comprises 51 credit points and the minor subject 45 credit points. For high schools (Gymnasium), the major subject comprises 90 credit points and the minor subject 45 credit points.

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How do I apply to English Studies at Technische Universität Braunschweig?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about English Studies at Technische Universität Braunschweig

Is English Studies at Technische Universität Braunschweig 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 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 Studies at Technische Universität Braunschweig? ▼

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 Studies? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Technische Universität Braunschweig — 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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