English Literatures and Cultures University of Bonn
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Language of instruction
- English
- Tuition fees
- No tuition fees
- Next application deadline
- 15 March 2027 (summer semester)
- Language level required
- English: C1German: B1
Programme overview
Quick facts
- Degree
- MA
- Duration
- 4 semesters
- Full-time / part-time
- Full-time
- Intake
- Winter and summer semester
- Joint degree / double degree programme
- No
- A Diploma supplement will be issued
- Yes
- Combined Master's degree / PhD programme
- No
Language of instruction
English is the only language of instruction.
Programme description
The study programme encompasses courses on British literature and culture from the Renaissance to the present, postcolonial studies, Anglophone media and popular culture as well as medieval literature.
Programme structure
The programme consists of seminars and encompasses a field trip to the United Kingdom.
Mode of study
- Fully on-site
International elements in the curriculum
The curriculum of this study programme includes international elements that support global perspectives and cross-cultural learning:
- International guest lecturers
- Content-related regional focus
The course of study addresses a wide range of Anglophone literatures and cultures. It encompasses a field trip to the United Kingdom and features international guest lecturers.
Application and admission
Application period(s)
Winter semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
15 September 2026
|
Summer semester
| Applicants from | Applications begin | Application deadline | |
|---|---|---|---|
All countries
|
Not specified
|
15 March 2027
|
Academic admissions requirements
Bachelor's degree with at least 36 ECTS in English studies, 18 ECTS in English literature
Language requirements
German language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
telc Deutsch
|
Total: telc Deutsch B1
|
ÖSD Zertifikat
|
Total: B1
|
Goethe-Zertifikat
|
Total: Goethe-Zertifikat B1
|
English language requirements
Accepted certificates include
| Certificates | Minimum result |
|---|---|
telc English
|
Total: telc English B2-C1 University
|
Cambridge English Qualifications
|
Total: C1 Advanced
|
IELTS Academic
|
Total: 7 / 9
|
How to apply?
Costs and funding
Tuition fees per semester
No tuition fees
Semester contribution
The University of Bonn is a public university, meaning that it does not charge tuition fees. However, all students must pay the semester fee of about 350 EUR per semester, which covers a Deutschlandsemesterticket (student transit pass for public transport) and statutory accident insurance, among other things.
Cost of living
Students in Bonn can expect to pay around 1,000 EUR a month, with rent accounting for the largest share of their living costs.
Living & services
Support for international students
- Welcome event
The University of Bonn offers a range of different support programmes for international students. The Welcome Days (www.uni-bonn.de/welcomedays) before the start of every semester are an opportunity for new students from abroad to gather information on the most important issues, such as enrolment, registration with the local authorities and opening a bank account. Getting to know fellow international and German students during recreational activities is another benefit of the Welcome Days.
The Study Buddy Programme (www.uni-bonn.de/study-buddy) matches newly arrived international students (“Mentees”) with a University of Bonn student (“Buddy”) who helps them as they start their studies and adjust to life in Bonn.
Career advisory services
The University of Bonn has a central Career Service (www.uni-bonn.de/careerservice), which provides a range of advice and support about choosing a career and applying for jobs. International students can also join the iStart career programme (www.uni-bonn.de/istart), which teaches participants tangible knowledge and valuable skills that will enable them to write successful applications for jobs in Germany. The programme is geared toward giving students a successful career path both during and after their studies and thus making it easier for them to enter the job market.
Accommodation
Students at the University of Bonn can apply for a room in a dormitory owned by the Studierendenwerk Bonn (see www.studierendenwerk-bonn.de/en/accommodation for more details).
For further information on housing in Bonn, please visit our website at www.uni-bonn.de/living-in-bonn.
Contact
Department of English, American and Celtic Studies
- Name
- Prof Dr Marion Gymnich
- Adresse
- Rabinstrasse 8, 53111 Bonn