Master of Arts in English Literature and Culture

Johannes Gutenberg Universitat Mainz · Mainz, Germany

Level
Master's
Award
Master of Arts
Language
English
Duration
4 semesters
Study mode
Full-time
Campus
Mainz
Apply by
Register by 1 September 2026 + 1 more
Starts
Winter and summer semester

Johannes Gutenberg Universitat Mainz does not publish a fee for this programme on its own. Its published rate for master's programmes is €0 – €2,200 a year for international students.

Entry requirements and how to apply

Entry requirements
The subject-specific entrance requirements for the Master's programme in English Literature and Culture include the completion of a Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Culture or in a related field (BEd English, BA British Studies, BA British and American Studies, etc.) or an equivalent degree from a higher education institution in Germany or abroad. At least ten credit points must have been earned in the field of English studies. The relevant proof must be provided with your application in the form of a notarised copy of your degree certificate, including a convincing and notarised overview of courses attended in the field of English Studies (diploma supplements, transcript). We expect applicants to have a very good active and passive knowledge of English. If applicants have earned fewer than ten credit points in the field of English Literature and Culture at the time of application, they may, by way of derogation from the standard rule in section two, subsection four, sentence four, MAPO (examination regulations), be admitted to the programme on the condition that they take part in an obligatory individual advising session according to section one, subsection one. After t
English language requirement
C1 required/recommended, no proof required
German language requirement
No minimum language level required
Application period
The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the winter semester: until 1 September The following is valid for applicants from: all countries For the summer semester: until 1 March
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About this programme

The course of study lasts four semesters and consists of seven modules that offer a programme focused on literature and cultural studies. It provides advanced knowledge of the diverse aspects of British society within literary, historical, political, and cultural contexts. The programme focuses on the cultural area of the British Isles and countries that have been influenced by Great Britain. Depending on their interests, students can either maintain the broad focus of the BA programme by combining modules II and IV, or they can study an epoch or theme more in detail. This allows students to tailor their academic journey according to their individual preferences and academic pursuits. In addition, an interdisciplinary module allows students to explore the traditions and diversifications of Anglophone literature, cultures, and languages in more detail. The complementary and interdisciplinary orientation of the Master's programme is supplemented by elective courses from related disciplines. The aim is to complement and expand the desired research perspective within specific areas of British Studies. This is achieved through a combination of comprehensive and interdisciplinary teaching methods and research opportunities. Another important component of the research-oriented Master's programme is the "research workshop" module as well as the associated courses in theory and methodology. Similar to the "professional orientation" module, this module particularly emphasises the early

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