About

In this MA degree programme, you will investigate contemporary cultures of the Global South with a focus on social and political dynamics and from the vantage point of comparative transregional studies. The programme is international, interdisciplinary, and interculturalÂ in orientation and has a strong emphasis on research as well as on building bridges between theory and professional practice. The programme deals with thematic complexes such as colonialism and postcolonialism, migration and mobility, transculturalism and globalisation. Among the disciplines involved in teaching the programme are literary, cultural, and media studies along with cultural anthropology, education, and other related social sciences. Regional focus Students may specialise via a particular regional focus. In addition to a comprehensive comparative profile, we provide specialisation in the following areas: Latin American Studies African Studies Research focus Over the course of your MA degree programme, you will become acquainted with the significant cutting-edge research approaches within the literatures and cultures of the Global South and develop the skills necessary for undertaking your own independent research. The degree programme also offers the possibility of a fast-track route to doctoral research so that the MA thesis becomes an integral element in the subsequent PhD thesis.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The minimum admission requirement for the MA Cultures of the Global South is a BA in literary or cultural studies or social sciences with the final grade of 2.5 / 2nd class honours / B or better. Additionally, applicants must provide evidence of language proficiency (see language requirements).

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How to Apply

https://uni-tuebingen.de/studium/bewerbung-und-immatrikulation/bewerbung-masterstudium/