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North American Studies (M.A.) at Philipps University of Marburg

Philipps University of Marburg, Germany

Programme overview

English-taught master on the literatures and cultures of North America (mainly the USA and Canada, plus the Caribbean and Latin America), with interdisciplinary teaching and research.

Faculty: Fachbereich 10 Foreign-Language Philologies  |  Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Marburg, Hessen, Germany

What you will study

North American literatures and cultures, interculturality and related topics.

Career pathways

Qualifies for research and teaching in North American literary and cultural studies and for editorial professions such as journalism.

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Entry requirements

Professional degree in American Studies, British Studies or Anglophone Studies (or comparable), with at least 30 credits in these areas, of which at least 15 relate to North America. English proficiency at CEFR level C1 required. Admission: open admission (no numerus clausus). Application deadlines: winter semester 2026/27: 01.06.2026 to 21.08.2026 (German degree); 01.04.2026 to 21.08.2026 (international degree).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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