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Overview
At a Glance
Based in the School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture, the German programme of the University of Aberdeen is distinguished for research on:
- Modern and contemporary German and Austrian studies
- Post-war memory cultures in Austria and Germany
- German and Austrian cinema from the early 20th century until the present day
- Ecocritical and comparative approaches to German literature from the Romantic period to the present.
We have long-standing links with other programmes, particularly English, Film and Visual Culture, History and Politics.
Careers
Recent graduates of the Department have found careers in management, translating and interpreting, publishing, the academic world and television.
Programme Structure
Research Interests
- The George Washington Wilson Centre for Visual Culture
- Centre for Citizenship, Civil Society and Rule of Law
- Centre for Modern Thought
- Centre for the Novel
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
German and Scandinavian studies View 25 other Masters in German and Scandinavian studies in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Applicants to the MPhil or PhD must provide a detailed research proposal and two academic references from their most recent academic institution
- English language proficiency
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Aberdeen
United Kingdom
729 - 1069 GBP / month
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 German.
Available Scholarships
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Grant
Various benefits
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Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship - Postgraduate
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
4000 GBP
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
David Stewart Scholarship
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Divinity Affiliated Institutions Scholarships
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
8000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Postgraduate
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
7000 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship (Home/RUK)
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Anytime
Aberdeen Alumni Discount
Merit-based
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Provided by university
Grant
2500 GBP
Deadline
Anytime
CB Davidson Fund
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Mar 2027
Programa Internacional De Becas Iberdrola Para Estudios De Máster
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU)
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
ServiceScape Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
ACES Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Anglo-Norse Scholarship Scheme set up with the Royal College of Music
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
30 Jan 2027
Amber Scholarship For September Intake
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2027
The New York Pass® Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
Amberscholar Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Anytime
AUFIN Global Impact Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
23 Jan 2027
Go City Education Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
15 Sep 2027
Global Access Scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Aug 2027
Rapid Formations Entrepreneur Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2027
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
06 Jan 2027
Jewish Heritage Scholarship
Merit-based
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jan 2027
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
Not specified
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids
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Independent provider
Grant
500 GBP
Deadline
31 Jan 2027
1st Formations Business Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
Not specified
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Dec 2026
The Simmons and Fletcher, P.C., Students With Disabilities Scholarship Contest
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Independent provider
Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
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