Discourse – Rhetoric – Argumentation University of Marburg

Study Type

graduate

Admission semester

Summer and Winter Semester

Focus

Discourse Linguistics, Rhetoric, Dialogue Research, Qualitative research, Communication Training, Political linguistics, Debate Culture, Theory of Argumentation

Target group

Students who were already demonstrably interested in the topics of discourse, rhetoric and argumentation during their BA studies and who have acquired prior knowledge. This is demonstrated either by a relevant degree programme in Linguistics, Speech Science, Communication Studies, etc., or by courses in this subject area completed as part of another degree programme. An individual review will be conducted.

Annotation

Do you want to understand what discourses are and how they develop? Do you want to work on fostering a culture of debate, dialogue and understanding and do you enjoy mediation? Are you wondering how rhetoric can function and be used not as a manipulative bag of tricks, but in a strategic and cooperative way? Do you want to carry out research in discourse linguistics, argumentation research and rhetoric?

Then this course is just right for you!

With us, you will acquire in-depth and application-oriented knowledge about verbal and written communication: discourse, speech, rhetoric and argumentation are analysed and prepared for various practical and educational contexts.

With the practical experience gained in the degree programme, a seamless transition into various professional fields is possible. The advantage for you: Successful discussions and discourse skills, an analytical view of discourse structures are in demand and necessary everywhere.

Admission modus

Without admission restriction

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Tuition fees

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Main language

German