English Literature Bachelor Programs

English Literature Bachelor Programs in Germany (2026/2027)

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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English Literature Bachelor Programs: Overview

Intake

61%
Winter Semester
39%
Both Semesters

Language of Instruction

33%
English only
48%
English & German
19%
German only

Numerus Clausus

72%
without admission restriction
28%
with admission restriction

Tuition fees

GermanyEU Germans & EU Students
World Non-EU Students
94%
tuition-free
6%
with tuition

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