MA Language and Communication at University of Mannheim

Programme overview

The master's program in Language and Communication is an interdisciplinary program based on a bachelor’s degree in linguistics. The core of the program is a three-semester project module. In this module, you will develop an individual research project in close cooperation with your supervisor, the implementation of which you will then present and, if appropriate, even publish.

Faculty: School of Humanities | Duration: 4 semesters (2 years); approx. 120 ECTS credits | Study mode: full-time; English-taught and German-taught | Intake: Fall semester (September) | Location: Mannheim, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

In addition, you will deepen your specialist knowledge in four advanced modules on linguistic methodology, linguistic theories, language acquisition and multilingualism research as well as interaction and text. You can choose the courses according to your interests. It is also possible to focus on specific linguistic areas. For example, the majority of courses can be taken either in English and American Studies, German Studies or Romance Studies.

Career pathways

The master’s program in Language and Communication ensures that students are ideally prepared, both in terms of content and methodology, to begin an academic career in the field of linguistics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

If you have not yet completed your bachelor’s degree, you may still apply for a master’s program as long as will provide a proof that you have obtained at least 135 ECTS credits. Completion of a linguistic or philological bachelor’s program in English/American Studies, German Studies or Romance Studies or a program recognized as equivalent, completed with a grade of “good” or better (equivalent to the German grade of 2.5) at a German higher education institution or abroad (also Berufsakademie), corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits or a regular period of study of three years Proven proficiency in English (Level B2) Proof of proficiency in German Selection criteria The final grade or – for students still completing their degree – the grade average of the bachelor’s program The average grade of the linguistic part of the bachelor's program, weighted according to ECTS credits Letter of motivation in German (500 word maximum): Motivation for the chosen master’s program in Culture and Communication Reasons for selecting the Master's Program at the University of Mannheim Areas you want to focus on during your master’s program Professional aims Relevance of the completed bachelor's program Relevant professional activities (vocational training, work experience, internships) Relevant stays abroad lasting several months Relevant achievements (awards, scientific publications, talks at conferences or scholarships)

Intake: Fall semester (September)

Duration: 4 semesters (2 years); approx. 120 ECTS credits

Apply through the official page: https://www.uni-mannheim.de/en/academics/before-your-studies/applying/

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