Bachelor's degree (or an equivalent). You should preferably have studied English or American Studies as a major subject, or at least have qualifications in subjects related to the program.
English majors must have taken 180 ECTS CP (European Credit Transfer System), English minors must have taken at least 54 ECTS CP. English language practice, English and/or American literary studies and/or linguistics must have comprised at least ¼ of your studies.
You must have written at least one substantial academic research paper (10-15 pages) in English on English/American literature or linguistiсs.
GPA (German System) 2.50
GPA Comment
A final grade of 2.5 (German standard) or bettеr.
Language Requirements
The following certificates are recognized as proof of your language proficiency.
English
CEFR English
min C1
Does the university recognize "other equivalent language certificates"? yes
Additional information:
Alongside the entry requirements, the admission committee will assess both your language proficiency and competencies relevant to the Master's program on the basis of your writing sample, grades, and motivation statement. Thus, additional language proficiency certificates like IELTS, CAE, or TOEFL are not required for admission.
German language proficiency is not an admission requirement as the language of instruction in the program is English. However, gaining basic knowledge of German is highly recommended, as it will be essential to dealing with administrative matters.
Application & Admission
Application Deadlines
The application deadline for the M.A. Comparative Studies in English and American Language, Literature, and Сulturе at Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf depends on the country where you obtained your previous degree. For applicants with a degree from non-EU countries, the application deadline is 31 October for the winter semester. Applications are made: Directly at university.
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M.A. Comparative Studies in English and American Language, Literature, and Сulturе
Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
31 Octoberin 148 days
Application mode
Directly at university
Intake
Winter Semester
Application deadline
31 Octoberin 148 days
Application mode
Directly at university
Application Procedure & Selection
Mode of Admission:
no admission restriction, but ability test (aptitude assessment)
Admission Test/Interview:
aptitude test
No. of places available:
40
Application Documents
All the documents you need in order to apply are:
A scan of your bachelor's diploma indicating the final grade.
Academic writing sample (research paper/essay/BA thesis) on English or American literature and/or linguistics.
A scan of your Transcript of Records, translated to English if necessary. In this case, you can have your transcript translated at your university or at a certified translator. Please do not forget to have the document stamped, sealed, and signed.
Motivation statement, indicating your intended study focus in either literary or cultural studies or linguistics.
Curriculum vitae.
Prospective students from the People’s Republic of China, Vietnam, and India must upload the certificate issued by the Academic Evaluation Centre (Akademische Prüfstelle – APS).
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