Overview

Key facts

Core and major students choose one of the following sub-areas: British Literary and Cultural Studies, English Linguistics or North American Literary and Cultural Studies. Further specializations are expressly desired within the sub-areas. The course offers a wide range of options for individual, job-oriented stays abroad, and the subject offers support in establishing contacts abroad and research.

Saarland University’s American Studies, British Studies, English Linguistics students acquire detailed specialist knowledge in their chosen focus, based on the current state of research, as well as the ability to independently and theoretically and methodically work on topics in their further linguistic, literary and cultural contexts. In addition, there is a high level of analytical and interpretative competence with regard to a large number of text types from English-speaking cultures (e.g. films and digital texts).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

British Literary and Cultural Studies
English Linguistics
North American Literary and Cultural Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-31 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-07 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-28 00:00:00

Language

English

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95

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Saarbrücken, Germany

Disciplines

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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

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95

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6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of professional competence in the above-mentioned areas amounting to at least 80 CP.
A final grade of the required undergraduate degree of at least 2.0. If the final grade is not given, suitability - taking into account the existing grade - can be determined on the basis of an English-language application letter and / or selection interview.

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees, but you will need to pay the normal semester fee of €394.30

Living costs

Saarbrücken

Germany

730 - 1100 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for American Studies, British Studies, English Linguistics.

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Saarbrücken

Funding

Scholarships Information

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