Overview

At North American Studies at Philip University in Marburg the central aspects are the multifaceted interculturality of the respective countries, which are analyzed with the help of newly developed methods and disciplines, including those that cross national and international borders. In addition to the literature, you will get insights into cultural phenomena such as TV series, films, images, music, but also into political and historical developments.

Focus

Students also get to know the perspectives of gender studies, ethnic studies and media studies.

Aims

The course qualifies you for research and teaching activities in the field of North American literary and cultural studies, in editorial professions (journalism, publishing), mediation functions in the intercultural field (language and cultural mediation), professions in administrative services and science management, work in the foreign service ( EU, UN, embassies) and in international groups (public relations, management).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Literary Studies

Cultural Studies

Interdisciplinary Studies

Gender Studies

Media Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-22 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Marburg, Germany

Disciplines

Literature American and Australasian studies View 28 other Masters in American and Australasian studies in Germany

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

95

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76

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

First, undergraduate university degree

Transcript of Records

Proof of the course-specific knowledge and skills

Documents for the aptitude assessment procedure

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

You have to pay a so-called semester fee: 449 €

Living costs

Marburg an der Lahn

Germany

630 - 1000 EUR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Academic requirements

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Living costs

Marburg an der Lahn

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