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Step 1 - Find your Study Program
Free University of Berlin
Berlin
North American Studies
Subjects: North American Studies;Linguistics;Culture;Literature
M.A. | Master of Arts
Course description
The MA program in North American Studies delves into the historical developments, structures, and institutions of North America. It examines these elements within their cultural, economic, literary, political, and social contexts. This program offers comprehensive knowledge across six disciplines: politics, sociology, literature, economics, culture, and history. Students can choose two areas of concentration from these disciplines. Additionally, compulsory courses cover interdisciplinary and regional aspects, addressing current topics and research fields in North America.
Program Information
| Study Location | Berlin |
| Start Semester | Winter |
| Study Form | Full-time |
| Study Type | Postgraduate |
| Teaching Language | English |
| Dual | No |
| Remote | No |
| Application Fee non-EU | No information |
| Study Length | 4 Semesters |
| Tuition Fees per Semester | No Tuition Fee |
| Cost per Semester | 305 EUR |
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Application Requirements
Language Requirements
| CEFR | No information |
| IELTS | No information |
| Cambridge (CAE) | No information |
| TOEFL IBT | No information |
Proof of English language skills (level C1 CEFR) for applicants whose degree was not obtained at an institution/university where English is generally the language of instruction across all courses in all faculties (see MA-Handbook for details).
Qualification Requirements
For admittance to the master’s program applicants need to fulfill the following admission requirements: Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent degree in one of the following subjects: North American studies, history, cultural studies, literature, political science, sociology, economics, or in an interdisciplinary subject with at least 90 credit points in one of the aforementioned subjects. Proof of English skills (level C1 CEFR).
Document Requirements
graduation certificate (if you have completed your studies) If you are applying for a higher subject-specific semester, this document is stringently required. official current transcript of records official transcript of records for the master’s program and a current certificate of enrollment if applicable, current certificate of enrollment official translations of all certificates if issued in any language other than German or English proof of English knowledge if applicable, additional study-related skills
Application Process
| Acceptance Interview | No |
| Acceptance local admission restrictions | Restricted |
| Application |
directly at the University, uni-assist |
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