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BA Literaturwissenschaft / Komparatistik (Comparative Literature) at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz, Germany

Programme overview

Studies the cross-border character of literature and relations between authors, texts and literatures. Offered as a core or minor subject within the two-subject bachelor.

Faculty: Fachbereich 05 - Philosophie und Philologie  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (German-taught; Two-subject bachelor)  |  Intake: Summer and winter semester  |  Location: Mainz, Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

What you will study

Students first learn core objects, methods and concepts of comparative literature and then examine the internationality of literature in seminars on relations between authors, texts and literatures.

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Entry requirements

No admission restriction (no Numerus clausus). Enjoyment of reading, a good feeling for language and interest in literature or literary theory. German proficiency for international applicants: DSH-2 or equivalent. Application period: winter semester: early June to 1 September; summer semester: early December to 1 March. Earlier deadlines apply when combined with a restricted-admission subject.

Intake: Summer and winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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