Overview
Students may specialize in literature, intellectual history, film, and/or German media studies. Students in German Studies often spend time abroad in Germany and Austria and take part in conference and workshop organization. German Studies is connected with notable facilities and resources, including the Moving Image Research Laboratory.
Students enrolled in the M.A. with non-thesis option complete nine 3-credit courses and three research papers. This program is geared toward students who may or may not plan to do a Ph.D. in German and therefore do not necessarily need to undertake a major research project, but would like to acquire a broad basis of courses in German culture and media. Non-thesis M.A. students have gone on to pursue a variety of careers inside and outside the academy.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Paper
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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Credits
Delivered
Campus Location
- Montréal, Canada
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Language Studies View 37 other Masters in Area & Cultural Studies in CanadaWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants must meet any academic requirements set by the McGill graduate department to which they are applying. Admission to McGill is competitive and meeting the minimum standard does not guarantee acceptance.
- As an international applicant you must additionally prove proficiency in English, and learn about International credentials and grade equivalencies, and be aware of the admission deadlines applicable to you.
- In order to be admitted to the M.A. program in German Studies, candidates must have at least a B.A. degree in German from McGill University or an equivalent degree from another college or university of recognized standing.
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Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2230 CAD / year≈ 2230 CAD / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2230 CAD / year≈ 2230 CAD / year -
In-State Applies to you
Applies to you2230 CAD / year≈ 2230 CAD / year
Living costs
Montréal
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
McGill University is committed to provide financial support for graduate education. Through Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (GPS) and other academic units, McGill is working to increase the number of student fellowships and scholarships, exploring new avenues for student support, and making it easier to disburse existing funds. Our competitive funding support offers, coupled with Montreal’s low cost of living, makes graduate studies at McGill a wise educational investment.
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for German (Non-Thesis).
Available Scholarships
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