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English Linguistics Paderborn University

Degree
Master of Arts
Standard period of study (amount)
4 semesters
Location
Paderborn

Overview and admission

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Summer and Winter Semester

Area of study

  • English Studies
  • American Studies
  • General Linguistic Science

Target group

Bachelor graduates whose degree must include the following skills:

-\tKnowledge of and ability to apply basic principles of English linguistics
-\tIn-depth knowledge and practical skills in the field of English syntax and text grammar
-\tKnowledge of and ability to apply practical skills in English syntax and text grammar
-\tIn-depth examination of the description levels of the English language
-\tApplication of in-depth linguistic and language-history knowledge
-\tApplication and reflection of theories, paradigms and methodologies in English Linguistics.
-\tKnowledge of and ability to apply methods and objects of historical synchronous and diachronous linguistics
-\tKnowledge of and ability to apply linguistic exploration, ability to form hypotheses following on the principles formulated in the literature.
The examination board determines the equivalence of skills.

Annotation

The diversity and openness of the English-speaking world are what give our Master’s programme its character: we combine literary studies and cultural studies to offer a broad perspective on transatlantic issues. The degree course examines literary and cultural topics in a supportive, collaborative atmosphere. Subject-specific seminars are combined with an international work placement and a semester studying abroad.

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

More information regarding admission requirements

Admission requirements

Degree that includes the following skills:

- Knowledge of and ability to apply the fundamentals of English linguistics
- Knowledge and practical skills in the field of English sentence and text grammar
- Knowledge of and ability to apply practical skills in the field of English sentence and text grammar
- In-depth examination of the levels of description of the English language
- Ability to apply in-depth linguistic and historical linguistic knowledge.
- Ability to apply and reflect on theories, paradigms and methods in English linguistics.
- Knowledge of and ability to apply methods and objects of historical synchronous and diachronic linguistics
- Knowledge of and ability to apply linguistic exploration, ability to form hypotheses following the principles formulated in the literature.

In addition: English proficiency at level C1 of the Common European

Lecture period

  • Winter semester 2026/2027: 12.10.2026 - 05.02.2027
  • Summer semester 2027: 05.04.2027 - 16.07.2027

Application deadlines

Summer semester (2027)

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    Information at the International Office
  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    Information at the International Office
  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Expired
    For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application, starting on 22.03. - 15.04.2026.
  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    Expired
    For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application, starting on 22.03. - 15.04.2026.

Winter semester (2026/2027)

  • Deadlines for International Students from the European Union

    Information at the International Office
  • Deadlines for international students from countries that are not members of the European Union

    Information at the International Office
  • Application deadline for Germans and inhabitants

    Expired
    For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application from 22.09. - 15.10.2025.
  • Enrollment deadline for Germans and foreign students

    Expired
    For undecided prospective students interested in studying for subjects without admission restrictions, the University of Paderborn is offering a deadline extension for submitting their application from 22.09. - 15.10.2025.

Languages of instruction

Main language

German

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