Overview
The research fields cover global developments of the English language and its mediation in different cultural contexts, general Anglo-American and postcolonial literary and cultural theory, media theory and media history, cultural diversity and ethnicity as well as social science theories and methods.
One of the most important goals of this English and American Studies programme offered at Chemnitz University of Technology is the promotion and consolidation of communicative and intercultural competences. In addition, special attention is given to (trans) national identity formation and its different textual and media representations.
Career opportunities
- Interpreter / Translator (associated with further specialization)
- Teacher (primarily at private schools, Waldorf schools, free schools)
- Cultural management (associated with further specialization / postgraduate studies)
- Lecturer in publishing houses, literary agent
- Library assistant
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Translation
- Comparing Societies, Politics and Cultures
- Creating Language Products
- English as a Global Language
- English Literatures
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Language Studies Literature View 37 other Masters in Literature in GermanyAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- The online application via the uni-assist homepage: www.uni-assist.de/online
- Preferably legally attested copies of any previously attained proofs of university graduation in the home country and German or English translation including proof of completed subjects and marks
- A legally attested copy of an certification of passing the national higher education entrance qualification (not for all countries). Applicants from China, Vietnam or Mongolia have to submit the certificate of the Academic Board of Examiners in Peking (APS) together with their application documents. The application cannot be processed without this certificate
- All certified official educational documents should be sent to uni-assist by post
Tuition Fee
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International
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Chemnitz
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for English and American Studies.
Available Scholarships
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