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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 Literary, Cultural and Media Studies
  • English Linguistics
  • French studies / French (in case it is not chosen as a main subject)
  • History
  • Hispanic studies / Spanish (in case it is not chosen as a main subject)
  • Art History
  • Portuguese studies / Portuguese (in case it is not chosen as a main subject)
  • Political Science
  • Sociology

 

Application

Application

Commencement of studies

only in the winter semester

Language requirements

Before enrolment, proof of language proficiency in Spanish or French must be provided as a prerequisite for study, depending on the chosen major subject:

a) by a language certificate, level CEFR B2
b) by a Spanish or French examination passed at a university which verifiably certifies level B2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages and is not older than two years
c) other suitable proof of knowledge of Spanish or French at CEFR B2 level 
d) by successfully completing the B. A. Romance Studies programme at JLU

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...

 

More information

More Information1

Examination- and study regulations

 

Courses offered in the course catalogue

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

     

    Central Study Advisory Service
    Central Study Service 2

    Directions and reception of study service