This master's programme offers a broad exploration of English-language literatures and cultural formations across historical periods and contemporary contexts. Courses cover British literature and cultural developments from the Renaissance through to the present day, while also addressing medieval literature and the long-range historical foundations of English literary traditions. In addition, the curriculum includes Postcolonial studies and examinations of Anglophone media and popular culture, giving students multiple vantage points on how literature and culture interact across time and geographies.
The programme is designed for students who want to study literary texts and cultural phenomena with attention to historical depth, global perspectives and media contexts. Students can expect to engage with a mix of period studies, critical theory and cultural analysis, developing skills in close reading, contextual research and interpretive argumentation that are valuable for careers in research, education, publishing, cultural institutions and related fields.
Requirements / key facts
Curriculum overview
This MA is taught primarily through seminar-style teaching, offering small-group, discussion-led sessions that allow close engagement with texts, theories and cultural contexts. The seminar format emphasizes active participation, critical dialogue and the development of independent interpretive skills across a range of topics within English literatures and cultures. A compulsory field trip to the United Kingdom complements classroom work by providing direct exposure to literary sites, cultural institutions and relevant archives.
What you will gain
Through the seminar programme and the UK visit, you will deepen your ability to read and analyse literary and cultural texts in context, compare traditions and practices across regions and periods, and situate literary meaning within broader historical, social and linguistic frameworks. The curriculum is designed to strengthen research skills—such as framing research questions, using primary sources, and presenting findings—while also building intercultural awareness that comes from on-site study in the UK.
Practical learning experience
Expect sustained small-group interaction, opportunities for focused research projects or seminar papers, and experiential learning during the field trip. The combination of seminar-based instruction and first-hand study abroad is intended to foster advanced critical thinking, independent scholarship and professional readiness for careers or further research in literature, culture and related fields.
Requirements (concise)
This master's program requires applicants to hold a completed bachelor's degree (or an equivalent undergraduate qualification) with a defined amount of prior study in English. Admissions focus on both broad English-related coursework and more specific training in English literature to ensure you have the necessary background for advanced study in linguistics and literatures.
Specifically, the degree must include a substantial component of English studies alongside targeted coursework in English literature. "English studies" refers to your overall modules in English language, linguistics, literature, and related areas, while the literature requirement targets classes devoted to English literary texts and criticism.
If your bachelor’s transcript uses a different credit system than ECTS, provide an official transcript and any available credit-conversion information so admissions can assess equivalence. If you’re unsure whether particular courses count toward the stated ECTS totals, contact the admissions office with detailed course descriptions or syllabi for clarification.
Requirements (concise)
Winter Semester (International)
15 September 2026
Summer Semester (International)
15 March 2026
Winter Semester (EU/EEA)
15 September 2026
Summer Semester (EU/EEA)
15 March 2026
Graduates gain advanced skills in literary and cultural analysis, research methods, and intercultural competence, preparing them for roles in academia, research, and PhD programmes. The programme’s emphasis on media, popular culture and postcolonial studies also suits careers in publishing, journalism, cultural institutions, museums, and media/communication sectors.
Additional career paths include editing, content creation, public relations, NGO and international organisation work, and education-related roles. The programme’s international elements (field trip, guest lecturers) and language proficiency strengthen employability in international and multilingual environments.