International Literature study programs

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

International Literature programs in Germany provide international students with the opportunity to engage deeply with literary traditions across cultures and historical periods while studying in one of Europe’s most intellectually dynamic environments. These English-taught degrees combine comparative literature, translation studies, and critical theory, equipping students to analyze global narratives, literary movements, and cross-cultural exchanges. Students are often encouraged to build German language proficiency and immerse themselves in the country’s rich literary heritage, from Goethe and Schiller to contemporary voices shaping global literature today.

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International Literature Study Programs: Overview

Intake

78%
Winter Semester
6%
Summer Semester
17%
Both Semesters

Language of Instruction

5%
English only
89%
German only
5%
German (and some English)

Numerus Clausus

83%
without admission restriction
17%
with admission restriction

Tuition fees

GermanyEU Germans & EU Students
World Non-EU Students
89%
tuition-free
11%
with tuition

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