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LMU Munich

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in German Literary Studies

Original title: Germanistische Literaturwissenschaft (Master)

German4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlyBavaria

The consecutive Master's program in German Literary Studies offers research-oriented specialization in German-language literature from the Middle Ages to the present, with a focus on Medieval Studies or Modern German Literature.

Overview

Why this program?

No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Humanities
Research-oriented consecutive Master program
Focus on German literature from Middle Ages to present
Master of Arts (M.A.) in German Literary Studies

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Graduates aiming for careers in academia, cultural sectors, or education related to German literature.

Career outcomes

  • Academic research and teaching
  • Cultural management
  • Publishing and media
  • Education and communication
  • Archivist or librarian roles

Skills you will learn

  • Critical analysis of literary texts
  • Research methods in literary studies
  • Historical and cultural contextualization
  • Academic writing and presentation
  • Specialization in medieval or modern literature

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeRestricted Admission
RequirementsBachelor's degree in German Studies, German Philology, German Literature, German Language and Literature, or a related field with a minimum final grade of 2.5; German language proficiency at C1 level according to the Common European Framework of Reference; subject-specific requirements must be confirmed by the department
DeadlineVaries by semester
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesUniversity fees for the Munich Student Union and semester ticket apply
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Academic research and teaching
Cultural management
Publishing and media
Education and communication
Archivist or librarian roles

University

LMU Munich

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