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English and American Studies (B.A.) at University of Bayreuth

University of Bayreuth, Germany

Programme overview

Gives basic knowledge of literary, cultural and linguistic studies focused on the Anglophone cultural area, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary and intercultural questions. Students can choose between British and American studies and between linguistics and literature.

Faculty: Faculty of Languages and Literature  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time; English; German in the combination subject-taught  |  Intake: Winter semester  |  Location: Bayreuth, Bayern, Germany

Career pathways

Prepares students to take part in the increasingly intensive economic and cultural exchange between nations.

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Entry requirements

No admission restriction. Entry with the general or relevant subject-specific higher education entrance qualification or vocational qualification. German B2 required (taught in German and English; good knowledge of both is essential).

Intake: Winter semester

Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)

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