European Literatures and Interculturality
Rijksuniversiteit Groningen

Deze opleiding
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locatieGroningen |
diplomaMA |
typeregulier, 60 EC |
start1 september |
taalvolledig English |
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd |
accreditatiesNVAO |
croho-code60813 |
numerus fixusnee |
honoursheeft honours track |
In the Master's track European Literature and Interculturality, you will explore the connection between literature and culture in the processes of nation-building, the formation of attitudes towards migration, environmental issues and other socio-political issues. This track teaches you academic skills and approaches that will prepare you to operate as a cultural expert wherever texts are involved: in the media, institutions and networks.
Each course builds on a theoretical foundation and simultaneously trains your research skills and ability to communicate with a range of different audiences. This unique and innovative literature programme is based on cutting-edge research in literary studies, is international in scope and comprises several modern European languages.
The Master's track in European Literature and Interculturality is located at the Department of European Languages and Cultures. This international, interdisciplinary and multilingual environment offers excellent opportunities for research and immerses them in vibrant networks of experts across different European countries and languages. Students have to choose one of the following major languages to study: French, Frisian, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Swedish.
You will follow the language-specific courses and one or two interdisciplinary seminars in literature which are team-taught by experts from different fields. Examples of such interdisciplinary courses include: 'Literature and Conflict' and 'Modernist Geographies’. It is possible to replace the Interdisciplinary seminar by a Master's placement.Waarom aan de RUG?
- Expert: the programme offers the opportunity to become an expert in one of the target languages and to develop abstract and analytical thinking in relation to intercultural practices
- Group size: we work in small groups in which all students' active participation and input are highly valued
- Innovative and diverse: we value original ideas and foster the encounter of diversified perspectives. Our staff members also distinguish themselves by their innovative research and teaching methods
- International: our staff have received their doctorates from a variety of Dutch and international universities (Pisa, Freiburg, Nottingham, Cambridge, Leiden, Munich)
- Employability: intercultural and transferrable skills
Studieprogramma

- the compulsory course "Theoretical approaches to European literature" in which selected literary theories will be applied to literary analysis;
- two courses of 10 credits each in the chosen target language;
- one Interdisciplinary seminar where the student can focus on a particular topic such as representations of space or migrant literature, and
- a thesis written in the target language (20 credits).
In addition to the range of course units provided by the track itself, students can also follow Masterlanguage courses. Masterlanguage is a national programme that offers courses for students of German, French, Italian and Spanish. The courses are taught in the target language and are jointly organised by lecturers from Radboud University, the University of Groningen, Leiden University, Utrecht University, the University of Amsterdam and VU University Amsterdam. More information about the courses, entry requirements and registration can be found on the Masterlanguage website: https://masterlanguage.nl/en/. You may follow Masterlanguage courses in consultation with the Board of Examiners of your Master's degree programme.
periode | |||||||||
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | ||||||
Masterlanguage Courses keuzevak | 5 EC | ||||||||
Theoretical Approaches to European Literature | 10 EC | ||||||||
Language Module (in chosen language specialization) | 10 EC | ||||||||
Master's Thesis (written in the target language) | 20 EC | ||||||||
Interdisciplinary Seminars keuzevak | 10 EC | ||||||||
Master's Work placement keuzevak stage | 10 EC | ||||||||
Language Module (in chosen language specialization) | 10 EC |
specialisaties
specialisatie Frisian Literature
Frisian literary tradition has been on the fringes of the Dutch cultural landscape ever since its inception. Nevertheless, the history of this minority literature is fascinating.Until the turn of the 19th century, Frisian was mainly used as an comedic narrative instrument or in a few sentences in prefaces of Dutch books. In the courses of this specialization, we follow the path Frisian took from this paratext to text through the rise of nationalism. By using comparative angle and looking at other minority literatures like Welsh and Basque, we will gain insight into the evolution of the Frisian literature to its current, relatively established position.
specialisatie
In the Swedish master courses we are delving deep into the genres of crime fiction and satire. One of the leading principles of analyses is the application of a feminist/gender perspective. Sweden is world famous for its crime fiction. Furthermore, Sweden is internationally recognized as a global role model as a welfare state and for gender equality. How does this socio-political context find its expression in literature and other forms of culture?
Besides the discussion of canonical texts, we will also examine more recent cultural practices as f. ex. tv-series, graphic novels and stand-up comedy. Furthermore, we will study and discuss the role of satire and humour in societal and political debate.
specialisatie Master's Placement
This Master's track includes an optional work placement for which you are awarded ECTS credit points.
It is your responsibility to find a placement yourself, but the Office for Student Affairs can offer help with this where necessary.
Onderwijs
taal van onderwijs | 100% en |
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avondonderwijs | n.v.t. |
afstandsonderwijs | n.v.t. |
onderwijsvormen
research, tutorial, self studyhonours-/excellence program Master's Honours Programme
The Master's Honours Programme was developed especially for students who want to get more from their studies.
It is a programme worth 15 ECTS that is followed in addition to the standard Master's programme. It is a one-year interdisciplinary programme that is designed to introduce students to various aspects of leadership.
Toelating en kosten
startmomenten
aanmelding deadline : 15 augustus 2023
wettelijk tarief : € 2314 (€1157 in het eerste jaar)
instellingstarief : € 13600
niet-EU/EER studenten : € 16000
aanmelding deadline : 15 augustus 2024
collegegeld nog niet bekend
toelatingseisen
vooropleiding
Students with a foreign certificate of higher education that indicates that they have knowledge and understanding of and subject-specific skills (BA thesis in language of specialization) in Literary Studies at academic Bachelor's level will be admitted to the degree programme.
taaltoets
The entry requirements for the various languages are as follows:
CEFR B2/C1 is required on all components for: French, Italian, Spanish, Swedish
CEFR C1 is required on all components for: German and Frisian
CEFR B1/B2 is required on all components for: Russian
The English language requirement can be met by presenting one of the following pieces of documentary evidence:
a. the internet-based TOEFL test (iBT TOEFL, with a minimum score of 90 and a minimum score of 21 on all components)
b. IELTS, Academic Module, 6.5 (with a minimum score of 6.0 on all components)
c. Cambridge: C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency with a minimum score of 180
estimated monthly costs
bedrag | kostenpost | ||
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€ | 303 | kamerhuur in Groningenrond het landelijk gemiddelde | |
€ | 22 | internet+tv | |
€ | 152 | boodschappen/kostgeld | |
€ | 32 | telefoon | |
€ | 117 | verzekeringen | |
€ | 172 | collegegeldop basis van € 2060 per jaar | |
€ | 80 | studieboeken en -spullen | |
€ | 29 | drinken/snoep/snacks | |
€ | 77 | uiterlijkkleding, kapper, schoenen | |
€ | 30 | contributies/abonnementen | |
€ | 132 | vrije tijdstappen, uit eten, vakantie | |
€ | 42 | vervoernaast de OV-kaart | |
€ | 45 | overig | |
€ | 1171 | totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181 |
Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?
Studenten en studentenleven
studentaantallen
63 | studenten volgen deze opleiding |
75% | daarvan is vrouw |
9 | eerstejaars gestart in 2017 |
56% | daarvan is vrouw |
29331 | studenten aan de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen |
51% | daarvan is vrouw |
Op kamers in Groningen
55216 | studenten studerend |
31914 | studenten woonachtig |
€ 303 | gemiddelde kamerprijs |
kamer betaalbaarheid | |
21 m2 | gemiddelde kameroppervlak |
kamer beschikbaarheid |
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€ 303 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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100% vrouw |
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€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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100% vrouw |
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100% Engelstalig |
German Literature and Culture
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
10 eerstejaars |
100% vrouw |
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€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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NAN% vrouw |
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?% vrouw |
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€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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80% vrouw |
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€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur |
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80% vrouw |
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Feiten en / studie in cijfers
studentoordelen
deze opleiding | landelijk | |
---|---|---|
algemeen oordeel | 3.8 | 3.9 |
inhoud | 3.7 | 3.7 |
docenten | 4.1 | 4.1 |
studiefaciliteiten | 3.4 | 3.6 |
studielast | 3.6 | 3.4 |
studiebegeleiding | 3.5 | 3.5 |
In 2017 hebben meer dan 280.000 studenten hun oordeel gegeven over hun studie en instelling.
European Literatures and Interculturality aan de Rijksuniversiteit Groningen is beoordeeld door 28 respondenten. Gemiddeld waarderen ze de opleiding met 3.8 uit 5.
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