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KuBi studieren2021-08-11 08:05:182021-12-21 13:38:24English and American Studies: A passion for language and cultureYou are special. So are we.
This is what makes the degree programme so special
The degree programme paves the way to a broad range of professional activities. Intercultural skills qualify graduates to pursue international careers.
In addition to a wide range of subject-specific competences, this degree programme equips students with valuable cultural, methodical, and factual knowledge.
The campus in Klagenfurt offers excellent supervision arrangements, small seminar groups and manageable working groups. It is quick and easy to find friends and establish connections here!
Contact
Student Guidance Service
E-Mail: studieninfo [at] aau [dot] at
Office of the Programme Director
Website of the Programme Director
E-Mail: anglistik [at] aau [dot] at
Student Representatives
Website of the Student Representatives
E-Mail: oeh [dot] anglistik [at] aau [dot] at
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Studying at a university of international excellence
The University of Klagenfurt consistently achieves top positions in internationally renowned rankings. According to the THE Young University Rankings 2022, it ranks among the best young universities in the world and is currently ranked 77th in the world. The University of Klagenfurt also scored outstanding results in the THE Subject Rankings 2022: Social Sciences (ranking group 151-175), Computer Science (ranking group 201-250), Engineering (ranking group 201-250), Physical Sciences (ranking group 251-300), Business & Economics (ranking group 251-300).
Your skills are our mission. This is what we can teach you
The Master’s programme conveys practical language skills. Students learn subtle text comprehension and master the production of situation-adequate verbal and written texts. Thus, they acquire complex knowledge of the English language. The in-depth methodological skills include the knowledge of theory formation, the ability to think analytically and to grasp complex relationships. Students are taught to confidently argue in a subject-specific manner and creatively transfer the acquired knowledge to new fields of activity.
In addition to teaching the skills required to reflect on the language, with which students gain in-depth insights into the function, performance and structure of the language and experience regional and historical conditions, the degree also trains the cultural science skills: Here, students learn the differentiated and independent handling of literary and other types of texts, cultural artefacts and films, as well as gaining the skills to situate, analyse and critique them.
In addition, the degree qualifies students to deal with current cultural, social, and political problems of anglophone cultures in a differentiated and problem-conscious way.
Programme structure
In Klagenfurt you can study at your own pace. To help you follow your path with confidence, we keep it clear of (bureaucratic) stumbling blocks and barriers. If you wish to reach your goal quickly and efficiently, we will always be there to support you. Our recommended course of study will guide you through the semesters. You work your way through the curriculum – making the most of opportunities to broaden your horizons and without wasting time. If you would like to know which courses await you before you start, take a look at the wide range of seminars and lectures.
Main areas
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Programme structure: a tabular overview
| Subject | Designation | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| Required subjects | Research Foundations | 10 |
| Elective Subjects | Specialisation through the choice of one subject:
| 56 |
| Options | 12 | |
| Master thesis | 30 | |
| Overall examination | 12 | |
| Total ECTS | 120 |
Recommended course of study
Important note regarding lecture courses scheduled on a cyclical basis: Although certain lecture courses are only offered once a year, the corresponding examinations can be taken year-round on specific dates.
1. Semester (Starting in the winter semester)
| SUBJECT | ECTS | Course number + name | Course type |
| Research Foundations | 6 | Introduction to Thesis Writing and Research Methodologies | PC* |
| 4 | Research Colloquium | CO* | |
| Electives | 20 | Either elective “Linguistics” or elective “Literature and Culture Studies” | CO/SE/WG* |
| Total | 30 |
* compulsory attendance
| SUBJECT | ECTS | Course number + name | Course type |
| Electives | 20 | Either elective “Linguistics” or elective “Literature and Culture Studies” | CO/SE/WG* |
| Free Electives | 10 | ||
| Total | 30 |
* compulsory attendance
The legally binding version of this curriculum is the german version!
Limits are old news. What else can we offer you?
There are no limits to your personal development. Enjoy the freedom that only a university degree can offer you and expand your horizons beyond your academic studies. You can pick and choose which competences will set you apart in the future. We have lots to offer, for instance:
- Are you looking to set up your own business and launch an entrepreneurial venture? Looking for the necessary business know-how? By acquiring the “Build! Entrepreneurship Certificate” you will gain the very skills you need to turn your brilliant idea into a successful business!
- Do you want to learn even more languages? Take advantage of the wider ange of courses offered at the University of Klagenfurt – from Spanish to Chinese (and many other languages besides)!
- Would you like to enhance your digital skills and learn more about the foundations of future technological developments? Go beyond the boundaries of your academic subjects and add information technology skills to your studies.
Continue to browse through this overview of all the elective subjects.
Admission
Admission to the Master’s Dregree Programme English and American Studies must occur within the admission periods.
Important enrollment information
The Admissions and Examinations Office can be visited after an appointment has been made. Appointments are made as follows:
- Students need to book an appointment via the student portal (campus.aau.at) via the menu on the left under Services and the button “Appointment bookings”.
- Applicants need to book an appointment via the registration portal and the tab “Appointment bookings”.
- Applicants without access to the registration portal may book an appointment via the general booking page at appointment.aau.at.
Prerequisites
You do not have to go through a special admission procedure to start the Master's degree programme in English and American Studies in Klagenfurt.
You only have to meet the following conditions, which also apply to all other programmes:
- Bachelor's degree programme English and American Studies or a degree programme of equivalent academic value at another post-secondary educational institution
Information on Bachelor’s degree programmes that are relevant for admission (PDF) - English Language Level C1
Prospective students who apply for admission to a Master's degree programme and whose first language is not the language in which the degree programme is conducted must provide evidence of language proficiency at the required level at the time of application.
Term dates & deadlines
Winter semester 2023/24
General admission period for Bachelor’s programmes:
10 July to 5 September 2023
General admission period for other programmes:
10 July to 31 October 2023
Summer semester 2024
General admission period for Bachelor’s programmes:
08 January 2024 – 05 February 2024
General admission period for other programmes:
08 January 2024 – 31 March 2024
The first steps are always … accompanied!
We won’t abandon you, especially at the start of your studies!
- Here in Klagenfurt, you will get to know your fellow students during the Welcome Days – and you will make new friends in the very first week; friends you will share memorable experiences with in the years to come.
- Our student guidance service is here for you if you need some support as you start your studies. You can reach us via WhatsApp, e-mail, phone or our social media channels.
- At the ÖH student union Info Days at the start of each semester experienced students provide advice about your chosen degree programme and share useful insiders’ tips.
Best prospects. Your professional opportunities
This degree enables graduates to work in a variety of established and alternative occupational fields. Although these occupational fields feature highly diverse job profiles, they all have in common that in addition to the ability to deal with language (mother tongue and foreign language) consciously and in a differentiated way, they require a high level of cultural and scientific-analytical competence. These professional fields include:
- publishing editor
- cultural and administrative affairs
- international co-operation in education and science
- extra-mural and operational training and continuing education
- translator
- mass communication activities (press, radio, television, film, digital media, and video games)
- advertising industry
- leisure and tourism sector
- linguistically oriented occupations (development of encyclopedias, textbooks, etc.)
- archives and libraries
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You’ll soon discover this: Graduates and students from the University of Klagenfurt have many interesting careers.
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It’s particularly easy to learn English when spending time in English-speaking countries. The Master’s programme in English and American Studies allows you to develop your language skills in many English-speaking countries: As a student at King’s College in London, you can stroll through the colourful streets of the metropolis between lectures, or why not spend a semester exploring the University of Mississippi in Oxford, which counts John Grisham among its students? The world is your own – and it starts while you are still at university: Spend a semester abroad at one of Klagenfurt University’s approximately 250 partner universities. We have plenty of scholarships on offer to help you finance your semester abroad, so there’s no need to worry about funding.
FAQ. Frequently asked questions
When does the semester start?
The winter semester starts on the 1st of October and ends on the 31st of January. The summer semester starts on the 1st of March and ends on the 30th of June.
Further information is available in Term dates & deadlines.
How can I apply for a Master’s degree programme?
Further information on how to apply for a Master’s degree programme can be found on our webpage Admission to a Master’s degree programme.
How can I prove English language proficiency?
A list of the accepted language qualifications is available in the Regulation issued by the Rectorate concerning proof of required language proficiency for admission to study programmes.
Where can I find additional information? Who can I contact with questions?
Please refer to the Curriculum (PDF) and our website for further information on all aspects of studying. If you have additional questions, you can also contact the Student Representatives of the Austrian National Union of Students or the Programme Director directly.
Continuing your studies
Once you have completed the Master’s degree programme in English and American Studies you can continue straight on to the following degree programme:
These Masters’s degree programmes may also be of interest
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