BA Culture and Economy: English and American Studies at University of Mannheim

The bachelor's program in Culture and Economy is a combined degree program that brings together different subjects and academic cultures: a core subject in cultural studies from the School of Humanities and a combination major in Economics or Business Administration. The two subjects are linked, inter alia, by language practice courses focusing on Business Administration and Economics.

Faculty: School of Humanities  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years); at least 180 ECTS credits  |  Study mode: full-time; English-taught and German-taught  |  Intake: Fall semester (September)  |  Location: Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

English and American Studies as a core subject deals with aspects of the literature, culture, and language of the English-speaking world. Through courses in Literary Studies, you will learn the basic principles of scientific literary analysis. As for the Cultural Studies part of the program, you will learn about the cultural history of Great Britain and the US. You will analyze movies, music, and advertisements but also press articles.

Career pathways

The bachelor’s program in Culture and Economy trains you to become a sought-after all-rounder with broad cultural and economic expertise, problem-solving skills, and flexible thinking. You can analyze complex issues and develop value-based solutions.

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