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Master of Arts in Intercultural Anglophone Studies

University of Bayreuth Bayreuth

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  • 1 May
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About the programme

Intercultural Anglophone Studies (MAIAS) at the University of Bayreuth is a Master of Arts worth 120 ECTS, taught in English. It takes four semesters full time or eight part time, with intakes in the winter and the summer semester. The programme builds advanced research skills in one of two areas: Anglophone literatures and cultures, including American, British, and postcolonial and diaspora studies, or English linguistics. You learn to analyse complex questions of language, literature and culture across literature, film, theatre, music and other popular culture. You choose classes from many thematic areas with a focus on inter- and transcultural issues and cultural diversity, such as ecocriticism, diaspora studies, science fiction, World Englishes, contact linguistics and electronically mediated communication. An optional 30-ECTS eco-track focuses on literature, culture and the environment. It suits graduates interested in the language, literatures and cultures of the English-speaking world.

Fields of study

Design(Architecture & Design)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Master of Arts in Intercultural Anglophone Studies at University of Bayreuth

English language

IELTS Overall
7/ 9.0
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Language certificate ENGLISH level C1

German language

Maximum German grade(lower is better)
2.5

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
no
Minimum ECTS credits
180

ECTS are study credits. One year of full-time study is about 60 ECTS.

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secondary school leaving certificate including subjects and grades (e.g. Abitur, High School Diploma, A-Levels, or equivalent)

original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English)

Transcript of records BACHELOR (or for comparable degree) including subjects and grades- at least 140 ECTS points

with a final grade corresponding to "2,5" or better on the German grading system

original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English)

Grading Scale BACHELOR with maximum grade and minimum final grade required to be awarded the degree – not for passing individual courses (must be issued by your university)

original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English)

Applications may already be submitted before completion of the bachelor's degree; however, a total of at least 140 credits and a minimum grade of "good" are required by the time of application

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Tests and documents

Statement of Purpose (SOP)
Required
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Required
Letters of Recommendation
Required
GRE
Not required
GMAT
Not required
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Letter describing two research topics that you would like to pursue within the program

500-800 words; you can obtain more detailed information from the MAIAS academic coordinator, via [email protected]

Curriculum vitae required

not required

APS verification

APS certificate
Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

Admission Requirements

  • Qualification
  • A degree (or completed course of studies) with an examination grade of “good” or better in the bachelor’s programme English & American Studies at the University of Bayreuth or an equivalent degree awarded in Germany or abroad

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  • Equivalency
  • Equivalency of the completed bachelor's degree is the responsibility of the board of examiners and is not determined conclusively until the application process is under way; for this reason, no information can be provided in advance

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  • Language Proficiency
  • ENGLISH: level C1 (TOEFL: 95 points; Cambridge Certificate: Certificate in Advanced English (CAE); IELTS "Academic": 7,0)

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  • Applying Without a Degree Certificate
  • Applications may already be submitted before completion of the bachelor's degree; however, a total of at least 150 credits and a minimum grade of "good" are required by the time of application

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  • Special Conditions
  • Conditional admission is not offered for this programm

Application Process

All applicants to the MA program "Intercultural Anglophone Studies" (MAIAS) have to submit their applications via the CampusOnline portal of the University of Bayreuth.

The entire application process takes place electronically via this application platform; all documents necessary for application have to be uploaded as pdf-files. Once you have submitted all documents, you will be notified of changes in your application's status via email. If admitted, you will be able to download the official notification of admission.

Please note: during the electronic application process, you have to provide digital copies of CERTIFIED documents and you will have to show the ORIGINAL documents at registration in Bayreuth.

International applicants please note: you can switch the language of the CampusOnline portal to English by clicking on the icon "de/en" in the top right corner (which consists of two connected speech bubbles).

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Master of Arts in Intercultural Anglophone Studies

Programme-specific documents

Curriculum vitae

please download and fill out this template

Grade conversion using the Bavarian Formula

this will be available as an Excel sheet on CAMPUSonline

Language certificate ENGLISH level C1

find out more - e.g. via a TOEFL score of min. 92 or an IELTS score of 7.0

Text describing two research topics

500-800 words; you can obtain more detailed information from the MAIAS academic coordinator, via [email protected]

Passport

please provide an electronic copy of your valid passport. If you do not have a German identification card, you may submit a copy of your temporary identification or your international passport.

Secondary school leaving certificate including subjects and grades (e.g. Abitur, High School Diploma, A-Levels, or equivalent)

original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English)

Transcript of records BACHELOR (or for comparable degree) including subjects and grades- at least 140 ECTS points

with a final grade corresponding to "2,5" or better on the German grading system

original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English)

Grading Scale BACHELOR with maximum grade and minimum final grade required to be awarded the degree – not for passing individual courses (must be issued by your university)

original language + certified translation in German or English (only required if the document was not issued in German or English)

This programme applies directly or via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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Apostille and notarization

Requirements vary by nationality and issuing country. Many German universities require certified translations and, in some cases, document apostilles. Verify current requirements directly with the admissions office, or use our document services for guided preparation.

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How to apply

Step-by-step guide to applying for Master of Arts in Intercultural Anglophone Studies at University of Bayreuth

Application procedure

All applicants to the MA program "Intercultural Anglophone Studies" (MAIAS) have to submit their applications via the CampusOnline portal of the University of Bayreuth.

The entire application process takes place electronically via this application platform; all documents necessary for application have to be uploaded as pdf-files. Once you have submitted all documents, you will be notified of changes in your application's status via email. If admitted, you will be able to download the official notification of admission.

Please note: during the electronic application process, you have to provide digital copies of CERTIFIED documents and you will have to show the ORIGINAL documents at registration in Bayreuth.

International applicants please note: you can switch the language of the CampusOnline portal to English by clicking on the icon "de/en" in the top right corner (which consists of two connected speech bubbles).

Depending on country of origin, there are a few differences concerning the application process and the respective required documents. Below you'll find detailed information for

German citizens

EU citizens

non-EU citizens

Application quick facts

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

0 EUR

Complexity

Medium

Address

Prof Dr Sylvia Mayer, Universitätsstraße 30, 95447 Bayreuth

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

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Semester contribution

138 EUR

per semester

Application fee

0 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

12,180 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs.

Additional fee information

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