Become proficient in two foreign languages and gain new insights into the people, traditions, and cultures of the communities and countries where those languages are spoken with PSU's master's degree in World Literature and Language.
The master's in World Literature and Language is a graduate degree with a concentration in a primary language, a secondary language, and linguistics. The primary language may be German or Spanish, and the second language may be Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Russian, or Spanish.
You'll graduate with effective communication and research skills, knowledge of major theoretical approaches to literature and linguistics, and familiarity with organizations for language professionals that can be beneficial as you pursue doctoral degrees, language teaching, or other careers.

Study World Languages and Literature at Portland State University, a Master degree offered at its main campus in Aberdeen, United States of America. This Full Time program is delivered on campus in English and takes approximately 2 years to complete. Students benefit from a structured learning experience designed to build both theoretical knowledge and practical experience. The next intake is scheduled for September 26, 2027.
About Master of World Languages and Literature
Disciplines
Requirements and Admission Criteria for Master of World Languages and Literature at Portland State University
Entry Requirements
- Copies of official degree certificate/diploma
- Certified translation of transcripts
- Financial documentation demonstrating adequate financial support for at least the first year of study
English Requirements
- PTEMin 60
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 80
Career Opportunities after Completing Master of World Languages and Literature
Being able to read, write, and speak multiple foreign languages and having a nuanced understanding of different cultures will make you highly competitive in an increasingly global job market.
Our students have found careers in language teaching, international business, international development, translation, and publishing.
Tuition and Fee Information for Master of World Languages and Literature at Portland State University
How to Apply for Master of World Languages and Literature at Portland State University
- Complete the graduate application
- Send the Graduate School’s Admissions office your official academic transcripts
- Submit evidence of English language proficiency
- Provide financial documentation demonstrating adequate financial support for at least the first year of study
- Depending on the individual graduate program that you are applying for, additional department requirements may include:
- Personal essay or statement of purpose
- Letters of recommendation
- Standardized test scores, e.g., GRE (not required by all programs)
- Resume
- Writing samples
- Portfolio
United States of America, Aberdeen