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BA English and American Studies at Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU)

Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg (FAU), Germany

Programme overview

The degree program covers all relevant areas of English and American Studies. It also allows students to specialize in one of five key areas: American Studies, British Studies, Cultural Studies, Linguistics or Literary Studies. It is also possible to work towards a General Studies degree.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Theology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German- and English-taught (german and english); part-time option  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Erlangen, Bayern, Germany

What you will study

Students complete a series of modules. Each module consists of individual courses. The choice of modules is governed by the relevant Study and Examination Regulations (FPO).

Career pathways

Since English language graduates can usually move around abroad with confidence and communicate well, they are also in demand at internationally active companies and at NGOs (non-governmental organizations). In some industries, for example in publishing, a doctorate can be useful, but it is not a guarantee for an academic career.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission: 1st semester: No Admissions Restrictions. Application deadline: Winter semester: 30.09.; Summer semester: not possible. Language: English language skills at A-level (CEFR B2+) are required. The aptitude test has been (temporarily) discontinued. The application deadline for the winter semester for international applicants is July 15th. In addition to the general qualification for university entrance (Abitur), there are other access options for studying at FAU.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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