The Master of Arts English and American Studies / English Linguistics (MA EASEL) is an English-language MA program focussing on English language and literature. It is research-oriented and applies empirical state-of-the art methods for addressing current research issues. The study program offers two specialization areas:
- English Linguistics
- English and American Studies
These two parts reflect the institutes and departments which English Studies at the University of Stuttgart covers:
- The Department of American Literature and Culture and the Department of English Literatures, which focus on research into canonical texts as well as on issues regarding post-modernism, post-colonialism, interdisciplinary cultural studies and media studies.
- The Department of English Linguistics which focuses on theoretical and empirical research in linguistics.
In English Linguistics, our team is involved in
- internationally visible research in selected aspects in phonology, syntax and/or semantics,
- using a variety of experimental methods
- to address issues in grammatical theory and/or psycholinguistics.
- a bachelor’s degree in English or American Studies, or in English Linguistics
- a deep interest in literary studies, cultural studies, or linguistic research
- a strong motivation to conduct research in (one of) these areas and to develop and pursue a research project of their own as part of their MA thesis
For further specifications see the prerequisites for the MA English Linguistics study program:
Students specialize in one of two areas from the start of the program:
- English and American literature (literature track)
- Linguistics (linguistics track)
In addition, there are the following shared modules:
- joint lecture series on current research topics and methodologies in English literature and linguistics
- interdisciplinary module on academic topics outside of core specialization
- English language courses
- academia and higher education
- science management
- journalism
- publishing
- cultural institutions (museums, libraries, archives, international cultural communication)
- corporate communication: Public relations (PR), marketing, consulting.
You can find further information and advice on our career opportunities website:
Studying abroad: what opportunities does the University of Stuttgart have to offer?
Are you interested in going on exchange for a semester or two? Or would you rather do some research or attend a language course? Have you ever thought of joining a Summer School or planned an internship abroad? Whatever you have in mind for your exchange, the International Office will help you make your stay abroad an unforgettable experience. The first step will be to sign up online for our information sessions at the International Office that are offered on a regular basis. We look forward to your registration!
- Studying abroad
information sessions, partner universities, language requirements, application deadlines, scholarships - Information of the Institute of Literary Studies on studying abroad
Application and admission: how do I get a place at the University?
Admission Requirements
A first higher education degree in a bachelor's degree program (or equivalent) of at least six semesters in English or American Studies or in a closely related study program, with the average grade "good" (2.5) or better.
The complete information on the admission process and the criteria for the assessment of professional suitability can be found in the admission regulation.
Language Requirements
The study program is taught in English. Therefore, you must be able to show proof of proficiency in English at least up to C1 level:
- by showing a recognized certificate, such as e.g. a TOEFL score of 95 or IELTS Band 7, or
- by completing a bachelor’s degree program taught in English lasting at least six semesters
Restricted admission (limited number of places)
Application period for the The winter semester starts in October. The summer semester starts in April.
winter semester:
May 15 – July 15
summer semester:
December 1 – January 15
How is the program structured?
Since the master’s degree program "English and American Studies - English Linguistics" affords a choice of either the profile English and American Studies or English Linguistics you are technically making this choice by your first exam registration on C@MPUS for a given module. However, it would be advisable to let the degree manager, Thomas Wägenbaur know even before your application what profile you would be choosing.
The Module Guide describes the modules and the required courses belonging to the module. The Module Guide (also called module handbook) is published on the Campus Management System C@MPUS [de].
- C@MPUS
Please click as follows: choose the degree and click on the book behind the study program's name.
Important Websites
- Institute for Literary Studies
Information on the degree courses - Information leaflet of the study program
- Information on Master's degrees
Which institutes are involved in this study program?
Accreditation
Contact for further questions
Thomas Wägenbaur
Dr.Study Programme Manager Anglistics/English
