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Romance Studies (M.A.)

Proof of sufficient German language skills required for enrollment

Overview

Overview

Overview

The Master's programme Romance Studies will start in the winter semester 2020/21. The programme focusses on the individual philologies (German Studies, English Studies, Romance Studies, Slavic Studies/Russian Studies). By choosing the language of concentration, you will gain a deeper insight into the language, its cultural area and its literature.  

The Master's programme aims to deepen the skills taught in the B.A. Romance Studies. The new practical courses are particularly future-oriented. In addition to project-based seminars, a practical module is firmly integrated into the curriculum. This can be completed both in Germany and abroad. You will acquire optimal linguistic and professional skills and will be prepared your future professional area (e.g. publishing houses, diplomatic service, advertising, media, film, etc.).

 

Duration of studies

4 semesters - 120 Credits Points

Composition of the Study Programme

Composition of the Study Programme

Duration of Studies

4 Semesters - 120 Credit Points (CP)

Composition of the Study Programme

The Master's programme is composed of
  • a Romance studies major
  • a minor subject
The programme provides qualifications for a wide range of professional fields in business, publishing, public sector employers, the media, etc.

 

Major subjects

In the Romance Studies major, you will deal with literary and cultural studies and linguistics.
The following main subjects are offered:
  • Hispanic studies / Spanish
  • French studies / French
  • Portuguese studies / Portuguese

 

Minor subjects

The following minor subjects are offered:

  • Anglophone Studies
  • History
  • Art history
  • Sociology
  • Political Science

Application

Application

Commencement of studies

only in the winter semester

Language requirements

For the main subjects Hispanic Studies/Spanish and French Studies/French, a proof of language proficiency must be submitted before the start of the programme, at the latest when enrolling. Please read the relevant information on the required language skills carefully and, if necessary, contact the Central Student Advisory Service .

Application / Enrolment

  • The study programme is not subject to admission restrictions.

  • The enrolment period for the winter semester begins at the beginning of June.

  • The end of the enrolment period is determined anew each year, please enquire in the application portal during the enrolment period.

Different rules apply in some cases for international applicants. More...

 

Application portal

More information

More Information1

Examination- and study regulations

 

Courses offered in the course catalogue

More Information2

Links

Master's programmes of Faculty 05
Applied Theatre Science
Anglophone Studies
Choreography and Performance
German Studies
Intercultural Communication and Business
Interdisciplinary Studies on Eastern Europe
Comparative Studies - Comparative Literature and Culture
Romance studies
Slavic Studies

Contact

Study counseling

Study guidance

 

  • English Studies
    Contact persons in the department of English
    Philosophikum I, Haus B, Otto-Behaghel-Strasse 10, 35394 Giessen
  • Romance studies
    Contact persons     in the department of Romance
    Philosophikum II, Haus G
    Karl-Glöckner-Strasse 21
    35394 Giessen
  • Slavic studies
    Contact persons     in the department of Slavic Studies
    Philosophikum I, Haus D
    Otto-Behaghel-Strasse 10
    35394 Giessen
  • Economics
    Contact persons     in the department of Economics
    Licher Strasse 62
    35394 Giessen
Links

Central Study Advisory Service

Central Study Advisory Service


Advisor at the Central Student Advisory Service (ZSB): Natascha Koch

Central Study Service 2

Directions and reception of study service