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Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena
Master German Social Sciences

Literature - Art - CultureLiterature, Art, Culture

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

The interdisciplinary Master of Arts in Literature - Art - Culture programme extends your knowledge of one of the following bodies of literature: German, British and American, Romance, Southern Slavic, Greek and Latin. In addition, you may select individual specialisation areas in art, philosophy, cultural anthropology, history, classical archaeology, or other fields of literature studies. This master's programme allows you to examine topics within a philological subject area in comparison with other national bodies of literature, in conjunction with other arts and media, and in the context of history and cultural history. This programme will qualify you for careers with such employers as the media, the publishing industry, the book trade, cultural institutions, and (further) education.

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

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

Literature Art Culture

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Literature - Art - Culture at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena

Is Literature - Art - Culture at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena taught in German or English? ▼

This Master 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 Literature - Art - Culture 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 Literature - Art - Culture at Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena? ▼

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 Literature - Art - Culture? ▼

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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