English Literature study programs

English Literature: List of all study programs in Germany (2026/27)

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 Study Programs: Overview

Intake

47%
Winter Semester
53%
Both Semesters

Language of Instruction

38%
English only
43%
English & German
19%
German only

Numerus Clausus

73%
without admission restriction
27%
with admission restriction

Tuition fees

GermanyEU Germans & EU Students
World Non-EU Students
93%
tuition-free
7%
with tuition

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