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MA Empirical multilingualism at Ruhr University Bochum

Ruhr University Bochum, Germany

Programme overview

Empirical multilingualism at Ruhr University Bochum is a single-subject Master programme of 4 semesters (2 years), taught in German. What sets it apart: it is a research-oriented, cross-linguistic and cross-philological joint degree programme offered by TU Dortmund and RUB.

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; German-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Bochum, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

What you will study

Specialisation areas: multilingualism research; linguistics; empirical and experimental research methods.

Career pathways

Graduates frequently work at a university or another research institution; at educational institutions; in positions that focus on fostering language and multilingualism; in integration offices.

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Application information

Entry requirements

No numerus clausus (admission-free); apply directly to the faculty. Language of instruction: German. Applicants are expected to bring: good English language skills, educational background in linguistics, an interest in in-depth training in empirical research methodologies. Suited for graduates of: all philologies; general linguistics; psychology; sociology; as well as degrees with a linguistic content. or related subjects.

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years)

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