BA English (polyvalent dual major) at University of Freiburg

Programme overview

The polyvalent dual major bachelor’s programme in English focuses on linguistics, as well as literary and cultural studies of the English-speaking world. The programme combines the acquisition of English language skills on a high level with an intercultural and interdisciplinary study of language, cultural phenomena, literatures, and media. This opens up various perspectives on historical, political, and cultural developments in English-speaking countries from their beginnings to the present day.

Faculty: Faculty of Philology | Duration: 6 semesters | Study mode: full-time; German- and English-taught | Intake: Winter Semester | Location: Freiburg im Breisgau, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

The Department of English of the University of Freiburg conducts research and instruction in the area of English studies, including the English language and its varieties as well as the literature and culture of the English-speaking world. The course of study is divided into two areas: linguistics and literary studies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Admission (first semester): With special prerequisites for admission Entrance examination 1. performance in English corresponding to level B2 of the CEFR, which was taken in at least two school semesters of the upper secondary school. Language requirements: German C1; English B2. Application period: 1 June - 30 September.

Intake: Winter Semester

Duration: 6 semesters

Apply through the official page: https://uni-freiburg.de/en/studies/applying/how-do-i-apply/

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