Master of North American Studies at University of Bonn

University of Bonn

Germany, Bonn

University Rank:#207

University of Bonn offers the Master of North American Studies as a full-time degree delivered on campus at its main campus in Bonn, Germany. Taught in English and completed over 2 years, the program equips students with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required for north american studies and related professional fields. The next available intake begins on October 10, 2026.

About Master of North American Studies

The master's degree program North American Studies focuses on research of the United States of America and Canada and offers an innovative, transdisciplinary space for research on cultural-analytical theories and methods, transatlantic relations, and globalization topics. The North American Studies program addresses North American literatures and cultures from their colonial beginnings to contemporary literary and cultural practices. Based on the expertise of faculty members and the institutional partnerships, the program concentrates on North American history, politics, and economics. The study program explores questions in particular from the following areas: methodology, modern era, post-modern era, poetry and poetics, gender studies, Afro-American studies, pop cultures and overlaps between culture and economics. Guest researchers, especially from Canada, visit the University of Bonn regularly and share their knowledge and insights with students. Possible lines of work: Cultural management, language institutes (adult education), journalism/media industry, communications industry (public relations, translation), book industry (libraries, booksellers, publishers), international cultural relations, marketing, tourism, international organizations/ public authorities/ governmental or non-governmental organizations, academia (research management, teaching/research at universities, research institutions, university administration, etc.)

Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of North American Studies at University of Bonn

Entry Requirements

Examination Regulations (German versions are legally binding) University degree (German or non-German) in a relevant discipline German language proficiency (CEFR level B2) English language proficiency (CEFR level C1) Minimum grade of 2.5 or local equivalent OR a bachelor's thesis with a minimum grade of 2.0 Specific modules with focus on North America in one of the following fields: Literary and Cultural Studies | Political Science | Recent and Contemporary History | Postcolonial Studies | Economics | Media Studies | Linguistics

English Requirements

IELTSMin 5.5
TOEFLMin 72

Tuition and Fee Information for Master of North American Studies at University of Bonn

Master of North American Studies at University of Bonn

University of Bonn

Germany, Bonn