Anglophone Modernities in Literature and Culture (M.A.)

Last verified against the official program page on April 24, 2026.

Potsdam, DEMAIn-person2 years

120

Credits

€75.00

App fee

Anglophone Modernities in Literature and Culture (M.A.) at University of Potsdam is a 120-credit, 2-year, in-person MA program based in Potsdam, DE.

About the program

The program examines Anglophone literatures and cultures worldwide, focusing on modernity as both a historical epoch and social experience, including European, American, African, Asian, and Australian perspectives. It covers literary and cultural theories, texts from different modernities, and includes a mandatory study abroad semester.

Focus: both

Times Higher Ed Arts and Humanities 151-175th

Part-time option

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Deadlines

Winter 2026

Jun 1, 2026

Winter 2026/27

Jun 1, 2026

Standardized tests

TOEFL

optional

Min TOEFL iBT or TOEFL iBT Home Edition with at least 95 points (C1 level)

IELTS

optional

Min IELTS Academic or IELTS Online with at least 7 points in every test component (C1 level)

After the program

Post-study work rights

18 months job-seeker visa (Germany)

€11,292.00

Annual living cost

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Frequently asked questions

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