English Literature study programs

Study English Literature in Germany (2026/27)

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English Literature programs in Germany offer international students a comprehensive exploration of literary traditions from Shakespeare to contemporary writers, engaging with themes such as identity, colonialism, gender, and postmodernism. These English-taught degrees combine close literary analysis, narrative theory, and cultural criticism with practical skills developed through writing workshops, research projects, and seminar discussions. Germany’s strong academic reputation and deep cultural ties to the English-speaking world provide an ideal backdrop, supported by access to rich library resources and cultural institutions.

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No tuition fees
Master
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Disclaimer: You should use this text as a general guide, but it cannot serve as a guarantee. Keep in mind that there is no universal tuition fee that applies to all study programs and all student groups. Hence, we urge you to always individually double-check the specific fees of the specific study programs on their official websites.

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Below are the most frequent application deadlines for English Literature study programs in Germany.
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Master15 June15 July
Bachelor15 July15 July
State ExaminationNo informationNo information
Master
Admission-restricted courses
15 June
Admission-free courses
15 July
Bachelor
Admission-restricted courses
15 July
Admission-free courses
15 July
State Examination
Admission-restricted courses
No information
Admission-free courses
No information
Specific courses may have different application deadlines. Please always double-check the information individually.
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Numerus Clausus (Admission Restriction)

For degree courses with a numerus clausus, part of the study places are allocated according to the grade point average (GPA) of the previous degree. Selection is generally based on how many applicants apply for a place. The higher the grade, the more difficult it is to get onto the course. The German grading system ranges from 1.0 (very good) to 6.0 (unsatisfactory).
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