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Saarland University

Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany

Master of Arts (M.A.) in General and Comparative Literature

Original title: Allgemeine und Vergleichende Literaturwissenschaft (M.A.)

German4 semestersNo Tuition / Semester Fee OnlySaarland

The M.A. in General and Comparative Literature at Saarland University develops intercultural skills and deepens literary, cultural, and media theory over four semesters, totaling 120 ECTS.

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Overview

Why this program?

No tuition fees or semester-fee only
On Campus
Humanities
Four-semester full-time master's program
120 ECTS credits
Master of Arts (M.A.) in General and Comparative Literature

Program summary

Good fit, outcomes, and skills

Best for

Students aiming for careers in literary research, cultural mediation, or academic teaching with strong intercultural competencies.

Career outcomes

  • Literary researcher
  • Cultural analyst
  • Media theorist
  • Academic instructor
  • Publishing specialist

Skills you will learn

  • Intercultural competence
  • Literature and cultural theory
  • Media theory
  • Advanced literary analysis
  • Multilingual communication

Admissions

Requirements at a glance

Admission typeOpen Admission
RequirementsBachelor's degree or equivalent, preferably in General and Comparative Literature or related field with literature focus; proof of foundational competencies of at least 6 ECTS in General and Comparative Literature for applicants without a relevant bachelor's; demonstration of aptitude through study interest portfolio; advanced skills in two modern foreign languages (typically English and French); C1 level German for applicants without German higher education entrance qualification
DeadlineAugust 31 (Winter semester); February 28/29 (Summer semester); July 15 (Winter semester for international applicants without recognized German proficiency); January 15 (Summer semester for international applicants without recognized German proficiency)
LanguageGerman
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Tuition & costs

What to budget for

TuitionNo Tuition / Semester Fee Only
FeesNo tuition fees; semester contribution applies
Living costsApprox. EUR 850-1,200/month

Careers

Where this can lead

Literary researcher
Cultural analyst
Media theorist
Academic instructor
Publishing specialist

University

Saarland University

Saarland University is located in Saarbrücken, Saarland, Germany. Open the official program page for the latest application details, deadlines, and documents.

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