Master in English and American Studies: two branches
Welcome to the University of Bamberg's Master in English and American Studies!
In the winter term 2013/14, we introduced an exclusively English-taught MA programme which can be studied in two branches, the "regular track" as well as the "Joint Master's Programme in English and American Studies" branch. On this page and its subpages, you will find all relevant information regarding the structure of the programme(s), the application procedures, your contact persons plus a detailed page on important appointments upon commencement of the programmes.
Both study branches at one glance (for mobile use rotate your screen sideways)
| Degree | Master of Arts (M.A.) University of Bamberg | Master of Arts (M.A.) Double degree of the University of Bamberg and respective partner or mobility university (currently except for the Universities of Barcelona, New York and Pécs) |
| ECTS | 120 ECTS | 120 ECTS (30 ECTS passed abroad) |
| Standard programme duration | 4 semesters | 4 semesters (1 semester abroad) |
| Start of programme | Summer or winter semester | Winter semester |
| Mode of attendance | Full-time; part-time possible | Full-time; part-time possible except during mobility |
| Admission and fees | Application necessary; Administration fee per semester, see the re-registration page | Two-step application necessary; Administration fee per semester, see the re-registration page |
| Language requirements | Proof of English C1 (CEFR) No German skills required | Proof of English C1 (CEFR) No German skills required |
| Language of instruction | English | English |
| Exchange options | Semester abroad possible | Obligatory semester abroad at one of the partner and mobility universities |
| Focus | Allows for specialisation on one subject area or balanced study of all areas Import of modules from other Master programmes possible in two module groups ("Restricted Electives" and "Free Electives") Import of language classes possible in module group "Free Electives" Internship possible | Balanced study with focus on profile area Import of modules from other Master programmes or language classes possible in module group "Free Electives" Internship possible |
| Service | Academic advisors available throughout entire programme Tutorial programme for (international) students | Academic advisors available throughout entire programme Tutorial programme for (international) students |
