Language, Culture and History: German Studies MA

University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom, London

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University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Main Site

London

Bloomsbury

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 31-Mar-2023

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 31,100 / year

Apply Date 31-Mar-2023

Language, Culture and History: German Studies MA

About

About this degree

This MA enables further exploration of aspects of German literature, culture, history, politics, and social and political thought, within an explicitly thematic and theoretical framework. Students can specialise in particular areas of interest through the optional modules. Text-based language teaching is available for students wishing to develop their linguistic skills.

Who this course is for

This programme is particularly suitable for students with a first degree in German, European studies, history, politics or sociology who wish to strengthen their knowledge of German culture and history; either as a foundation for subsequent doctoral research or as a graduate qualification in its own right.

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What this course will give you

UCL's central location offers students easy access to excellent cultural resources, such as the German Historical Institute, The Goethe-Institute, The Austrian Institute, and a wealth of exhibitions, films and theatrical performances all nearby.

UCL is ranked fourth in the UK for Modern Languages in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023. This programme is also housed within the UCL School of European Languages, Culture & Society (SELCS), with 83% of SELCS-CMII research activity being graded 4* ‘world leading’ and 3* ‘internationally excellent’ in the REF 2021.

Founded in 1828, the German department is now an interdisciplinary centre of excellence, offering in-depth study of German language and linguistics, literature, thought, history, politics, theory and film, rated as one of the best in the world. Students have the opportunity to access unique resources such as The Martin Swales Library and engage in collective departmental research projects.

Read about what you'll get out of a graduate programme

Enhance your German language skills while exploring aspects of German culture, thought and society. The Language, Culture and History: German Studies MA will improve your knowledge of both German language and context, heightening your employability prospects in professional or academic settings. Taught at UCL, renowned for its modern language programmes and research, this is an opportunity to get ahead in this field.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard. A knowledge of German at least equivalent to CEFRL C1 (Advanced) is required. Applications from students who do not have formal qualifications in German but who are competent in the language, will be considered.

English Program Requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 4

UCL Pre-Master's and Pre-sessional English courses are for international students who are aiming to study for a postgraduate degree at UCL. The courses will develop your academic English and academic skills required to succeed at postgraduate level.

Further information can be found on our English language requirements page.

Career

With their specialist knowledge and language skills, German Master's graduates can be found in the fields of business, finance, the media, international agencies, teaching and academia.