English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture

Last verified against the official program page on April 20, 2026.

Berlin, DEMAIn-person2 years

120

Credits

€75.00

App fee

English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Berlin, DE.

About the program

The program covers literatures and cultures of the Anglophone world excluding North America, focusing on analysis, historical classification, and theoretical reflection of literature, language, media, and cultural practices, including inter- and transcultural phenomena. It includes modules on theories and methods in Literary and Cultural Studies, language skills, and electives like Postcolonial Studies, Gender Studies, and Intermediality.

Focus: both

Times Higher Ed Arts and Humanities 2026: 26th | QS: 4

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Deadlines

Winter 2026

May 31, 2026

Winter 2027

May 31, 2027

Standardized tests

TOEFL

optional

Min Proof of English language skills (level C1 CEFR)

IELTS

optional

Min IELTS (Academic): overall grade of 7.5 (minimum of 7.0 in each of the four components)

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€12,000.00

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Frequently asked questions

Is English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin online or in-person?: English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin is offered in-person.
How long does English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin take to complete?: English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin is structured around 2 years and 120 credits.
What work-permit options follow English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin?: Post-completion work rights for English Studies: Literature, Language, Culture at Free University of Berlin: 18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)