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Leibniz Universität Hannover
Master English Social Sciences

North American Studies

Master of Arts (M.A.)

About the Program

North American Studies is a consecutive degree program offered by the American Studies division in the English Seminar. It aims at students with BA degrees in American Studies, English, and related fields of literary or cultural studies. The program offers a broad variety of courses in North American Studies. It is concerned with the literary and cultural history of North America from the colonial period onward and with current developments in North America in a transnational context. Categories of difference and diversity (race, gender, sexuality, class, religion, and more) are taken systematically into account. The program allows for a focus on media history and media theory, and it invites its students to acquaint themselves with new trends in television studies, popular culture studies, and the studies of digital cultures.
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North American Studies is a consecutive degree program offered by the American Studies division in the English Seminar. It aims at students with BA degrees in American Studies, English, and related fields of literary or cultural studies. The program offers a broad variety of courses in North American Studies. It is concerned with the literary and cultural history of North America from the colonial period onward and with current developments in North America in a transnational context. Categories of difference and diversity (race, gender, sexuality, class, religion, and more) are taken systematically into account. The program allows for a focus on media history and media theory, and it invites its students to acquaint themselves with new trends in television studies, popular culture studies, and the studies of digital cultures.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about North American Studies at Leibniz Universität Hannover

Is North American Studies at Leibniz Universität Hannover 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 North 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 North American Studies at Leibniz Universität Hannover?

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 North American 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 Leibniz Universität Hannover — 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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