English - Bachelor's study program

Information for prospective students

Course content, study program structure, and the application process – guidance and information on the Bachelor's study program in English at the University of Stuttgart.

English

  1. AS MAJOR SUBJECT
  2. AS MINOR SUBJECT

DEGREE

Bachelor of Arts

APPLICATION DEADLINE

September 15

INTERNSHIP

not required

LANGUAGE

German

START

Winter Semester

STANDARD PERIOD OF STUDY

6 Semester

Narratives across worlds, words across cultures

The program is structured around three primary areas of focus.

  • American literature and culture encompasses cultural expressions from the colonial beginnings of the United States to the present day, including literary (and non-fiction) texts, as well as artistic and commercial media products of all kinds (advertising, film, comics, etc.).
  • English literature and culture span from the early modern period to the present day and include texts from Great Britain as well as (post-)colonial texts written in English.
  • Linguistics deals with structural and meaning-related features of the English language and its varieties. This is covered by the subfields of phonology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics.

Good to know

  • An innovative and interdisciplinary integration of literature, culture, and language.
  • Early entry into current research, e.g., on early modern drama, cognitive literary studies, digital humanities, or psycholinguistics
  • International networking through partner universities in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Canada, the United States, Australia, and South Africa
  • Buddy or mentoring program: The International Office offers two support programs to international students who are about to start their studies at the University of Stuttgart. Click here to find out more!
  • Learning German: Find out how to learn German before and during your studies and read our tips on fun ways to practice. Click here to find out more!
  • Student Counseling Center (ZSB): The ZSB provides you with information and advice to help you choose the right study program, supports you in starting your studies and helps you to succeed. Click here to find out more!
  • Advice and assistance: Finding the right contact person is not always easy. Click here to find the responsible persons for various issues.
  • Humanities preparatory course: Seminar courses, crash courses, and short courses accompany you as you begin your studies and throughout the first three semesters. They reinforce essential fundamentals in a clear, concise, and practical way. Find out more! 
  • The English and Digital Humanities Student Council: Representing your interests, providing advice and support during your studies, and offering cultural and social activities to balance your everyday student life. Find out more!
  • Academic advice: Are you interested in studying English at the University of Stuttgart and still have questions about the modules, course types, or other topics? Then get in touch with our study program management team.
  • Do you want to study abroad for a semester? During your Bachelor's study program, you have many options to gain international experience. Exchange programs, partner universities and scholarships make it easier to go abroad. Find out more about your options!
  • With a semester abroad, the world becomes your classroom! A semester abroad broadens your professional horizons and strengthens your intercultural skills - a valuable experience for your studies and career. Thanks to numerous exchange programs, a semester abroad can be easily integrated into your course of study.

Accreditation

The quality of this degree program has been certified.

Contact for further questions

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Andrea Talmann

 

Academic Staff ; Study Programme Manager & Departmental Student Advisor BA-Anglistic und MA-EASEL

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Student Counseling Center

 
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