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BA Literarisches Schreiben (Literary Writing) at Leipzig University

Leipzig University, Germany

Programme overview

Application-oriented artistic programme at the German Literature Institute Leipzig building practical literary skills and knowledge of literary history and theory, developing individual writing ability and style.

Faculty: Deutsches Literaturinstitut Leipzig  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time; taught in German  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Leipzig, Sachsen, Germany

What you will study

Prose, poetry and scenic writing, with performance required in at least two of these areas.

Career pathways

An artistic programme aimed at training writers; besides freelance authorship, graduates work in related literary fields.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Aptitude assessment (Eignungsfeststellungsprüfung); no special language requirements.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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