Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover

    Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover

    Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover

    Leibniz University Hannover offers the Master of Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Hannover, Germany. Taught in German and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for modern german literature (master of arts) and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on March 4, 2027.

    About Modern German Literature (Master of Arts)

    Further information on the website of the programme Modern German Literature
    • Willingness to read (primary and secondary) literature
    • An interest in historical, cultural, specialist and current social issues, topics, texts, methods and theories
    • Good to excellent linguistic expression
    • Ability to analyse and interpret literature
    • Willingness to debate with fellow students and teaching staff
    • Ability to produce academic work independently, to develop own research questions and to give joint presentations

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover

    Entry Requirements

    Admission Requirements

    For master's degree programmes with restricted admission, places shall be allocated according to the university’s own selection procedure, if there are more applicants fulfilling the admission requirements than there are places available. The exact admission requirements can be found in the admission regulations: 

    • Admission and special language Regulations Degree Programme Modern German Literature

    Application Deadlines

    First-year students (application from non-EU countries via uni-assist)
    • June 1st July 15th of the year for the winter semester
    • December 1st January 15th of the year for the summer semester
    Students resuming their studies and transfer students (application in a higher semester)
    • June 1st July 15th of the year for the winter semester
    • December 1st January 15th of the year for the summer semester
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    English Program Requirements

    German HZB: at least one foreign language B1 International application: German C1 AND at least one foreign language B1

    Career Opportunities after Completing Modern German Literature (Master of Arts)

    • Doctorate (Dr. phil)
    • Cultural management
    • Press, publishing and proof-reading
    • Media industry, journalism, online editing
    • Public relations (PR)
    • Scientific libraries
    • Adult education
    • Politics and administration
    journalismDoctorate (Dr. phil) Cultural management Press publishing and proof-reading Media industry online editing Public relations (PR) Scientific libraries Adult education Politics and administration

    Tuition and Fee Information for Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover

    How to Apply for Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover

    You can use our online application portal to enrol any time between 1 June and 30 September. To be able to do this, you will need a qualification for admission to higher education. At the end of the online application, you will automatically be forwarded to a cover letter (the so-called application for enrollment). Sign this application for enrollment (handwritten or digital) and put it together with the required documents into one PDF document, which you can then upload using the upload link provided. The required documents include your qualification for admission to higher education (e.g. Abitur) and any other supporting documents such as practical training certificates or evidence of language proficiency. We also need proof of your health insurance and evidence that you have paid the semester fee. At the end of the online application, all required documents are listed and must be uploaded as a scan of the original documents by September 30th, 11:59 p.m. Please do not forget to upload your photo for the LeibnizCard . You can find information on this in the application for enrollment at the end of the online application. In September, you will receive your enrolment documents, an invitation to the welcome event for new students and information about any preparatory courses that may be offered. Please note that some degree programmes offer preparatory courses well before term starts.
    Modern German Literature (Master of Arts) at Leibniz University Hannover
    Leibniz University Hannover
    Leibniz University Hannover
    Germany

    Germany, Hannover

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