Literary Studies: German Literature and Culture

Universiteit Leiden

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This master's offers the largest number of German-language MA courses in the Netherlands and covers the fields of literary and cultural studies from the Middle Ages to the present.

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locatieLeiden
diplomaMA 
typeregulier, 60 EC
start1 februari, 1 september
taalvolledig German
opleidingsduur12 maanden voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code60813
numerus fixusnee
honoursheeft honours track

						The German-language MA in German Literature and Culture at Leiden University offers an exceptionally broad range of courses, covering the period from the Middle Ages to the present.

Taught by Leiden University's internationally-acclaimed faculty as well as experts from our partner institutions, the programme explores topics including literature, film, politics, cultural memory, gender and intertextuality, migration, religion, German cultural identities, and the differences between East and West Germany.

Design your curriculum according to your career goals or interests. Concentrate on German literature from the 20th and 21st centuries, or on courses related to medieval studies. Hone your language skills or prepare for the Educational Master.

The MA has been developed in close connection with our German partner universities including the Freie Universität Berlin, the Universität Bremen, Heinrich-Heine-Universität Düssseldorf, Universität Leipzig, and Westfälische Wilhelmsuniversität Münster. You have the option to follow some courses at these universities.

Leiden University's Humanities Faculty was recently ranked 25th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking.

					


					

Geesteswetenschappen: Jouw vooruitzicht op werk

Waarom aan de Universiteit Leiden?

Leiden University offers ambitious students the latest knowledge and the freedom to develop their own area of expertise.

Leiden University's Humanities Faculty recently ranked 17th in the Times Higher Education worldwide ranking. You learn from scholars of international-standing, as well as experts from our many international partner institutions.
Leiden University is one of Europe's top research universities and an international centre of expertise. During your studies you get access to the unique resources of Leiden University, including its world-famous library and extensive collection of manuscripts, books, periodicals and electronic media.
All Literary Studies master's give you the freedom to construct your own personalised programme by offering an exceptionally broad range of courses. You can also include a course in English, French, German or Italian linguistics, go abroad for exchange programme, or join an organisation for an internship.
Our reputation as a centre of excellence means that your qualification is respected by organisations worldwide.

Studieprogramma

opbouw
1e jaar

opbouw

The German department at Leiden University offers students participating in the Master's in German Literature and Culture a wide range of specialised courses.

These courses include those developed from a contract-funded programme entitled “The Literary Construction of Cultural Identity in Germany after the Wende”.

Once you have decided upon your area of specialisation you are required to follow a number of additional courses, and are free to choose from those courses offered at our German partner universities. Your Master's thesis will be completed under the guidance of a supervisor at Leiden University.

For a detailed curriculum, see the e-Prospectus. Please note that this guide applies to the current academic year, which means that the curriculum for next year may differ slightly: https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/studies/show/6379/literary-studies-german-literature-and-culture

For a detailed overview of the curriculum, please check the e-Prospectus: https://studiegids.leidenuniv.nl/studies/show/6379/literary-studies-german-literature-and-culture. The subjects can vary from year to year.

	1	2
	periode
Electives / Internship	30 EC
Elective		10 EC
MA Thesis		20 EC

taal van onderwijs	100% de
avondonderwijs	n.v.t.
afstandsonderwijs	n.v.t.

onderwijsvormen

group discussion, lecture, individual assignment, literature study, oral presentation, research, research project, research proposal, seminar, internship, tutorial, self study

objectives

The objective of the Master's in German Literature and Culture is to equip ambitious students with the essential knowledge and skills to pursue a successful career in their chosen profession.

The development of fluency in German, in-depth knowledge of the country's culture and literature, and the ability to think critically and analytically are key goals of this programme. Opportunities are provided for students to broaden their world experience and professional skills in preparation to excel early in their chosen career.

study abroad

Students have the opportunity of doing an internship abroad. The Humanities International Office can inform you on the grants available for an internship abroad.

honours-/excellence program Leiden Leadership Programme

The Leiden Leadership Programme (LLP) is an honours programme of 15 ECs on top of the regular master's curriculum. The programme consists of training courses, seminars and a practical assignment.

Are you looking for an extra challenge in addition to your Leiden master's programme? Are you adventurous enough to look beyond the borders of your own master's programme? The Leiden Leadership Programme may be just what you are looking for.

The programme gives you the opportunity to develop your leadership skills. You will follow seminars and courses, as well as carrying out a practical assignment for a company or organisation as part of a small, multidisciplinary team. Your lecturers will be leading academics and experienced professionals from the business sector.

Toelating en kosten

startmomenten

1 september 2021

aanmelding deadline : 15 juni 2021
collegegeld nog niet bekend

https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/study-programmes/master/literary-studies/german-literature-and-culture/admission-and-application

toelatingseisen

erkende certificaten
German at level CEFR C1, as evidenced by an appropriate test (Goethe-Zertifikat C1).

basiskennis
Knowledge, understanding and skills comparable to those acquired upon graduating from the Bachelor's programme in German Language and Culture from Leiden University, specifically:

knowledge of and insight into its development over the different periods (Middle Ages, Early Modern, and Modern);
knowledge of and insight into cultural differences between the Netherlands and German speaking regions and elementary Dutch-German intercultural skills;
analytical skills needed for specifically literary analysis;
a well-developed awareness of the relevant scholarly skills.

vooropleiding
A bachelor's degree from a university, equivalent to the level of a Dutch academic bachelor's degree.

studie kosten

bron: Universiteit Leiden
bedrag	kostenpost
€ 10000	levensonderhoudper jaar

inbegrepen in collegegeld

examination

estimated monthly costs

bron: Nibud
bedrag		kostenpost
€	350	kamerhuur in Leidenrond 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

€	1218	totale maandelijkse uitgaven landelijk gemiddelde is € 1181

Hiernaast staat een overzicht van de gemiddelde kosten die een uitwonende student heeft. Niet iedere student heeft met iedere kostenpost te maken. Het totaalgemiddelde is dus niet gelijk aan de optelsom van alle kostenposten.

Bekijk ook de uitgebreide toelichting: wat kost studeren?

Studenten en studentenleven

studentaantallen

89	studenten volgen deze opleiding
78%	daarvan is vrouw
10	eerstejaars gestart in 2017
100%	daarvan is vrouw
27713	studenten aan de Universiteit Leiden
59%	daarvan is vrouw

bron: StudieData

studievereniging

S!MP

S!MP, de studievereniging voor Duitse taal en cultuur, organiseert leuke activiteiten zoals excursies, lezingen, gezamenlijke maaltijden en borrels. Soms wordt er een buitenlandse studiereis georganiseerd. Ook geeft de studievereniging je tips hoe je het beste kunt studeren.

Op kamers in Leiden

31058	studenten studerend
12630	studenten woonachtig
€ 350	gemiddelde kamerprijs
	kamer betaalbaarheid
20 m²	gemiddelde kameroppervlak
	kamer beschikbaarheid

bron: Nationale Studenten Enquête

aan het woord: studenten en docenten

Prof. Anthonya Visser

Testimonial Prof. Anthonya Visser

“Germany is an exciting country with a fascinating history.”

“My specialist area is modern German literature, in particular poetry, intertextuality, cultural theory and cultural science.

In 2004 I was awarded a research subsidy by NWO (the Netherlands Organisation for Scientific Research), which I use to conduct research, supported by a PhD student and a post-doc, into how identity issues are handled in literature...

It is also our biggest neighbour. Knowledge of the language and culture of Germany is important for acquiring a better understanding of our own Dutch identity. Our identity is interwoven with that of the German people, although today the Dutch look more towards the West.

Leiden University has a long research tradition from which we can benefit in this programme. There are many courses which complement our own research programmes. Students can also approach me with a proposal for a tutorial. As lecturer, I want to support and facilitate the research role of students.

Leiden works closely with the Vrije Universiteit, the University of Amsterdam and Utrecht University. This co-operation allows us to combine our areas of expertise.”

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Studievergelijker

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RUG
Radboud Universiteit
UU
Amsterdam UVA
Amsterdam VU

1/21 Universiteit Leiden
German Literature and Culture

€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur

10 eerstejaars

100% vrouw

? uur contacttijd/week

	deze opleiding	landelijk
algemeen oordeel	3.9	3.9
inhoud	3.8	3.7
docenten	4.2	4.1
studiefaciliteiten	3.6	3.6
studielast	3.6	3.4
studiebegeleiding	3.5	3.5

instelling	opleiding	instroomeisen
Universiteit Leiden	Leraar VHO in Duits educational	geen aanvullende eisen
UU	Leraar VHO Spaans full-time,part-time educational	+ aanv. eisen
Amsterdam UVA	Lerarenopleiding Duits educational	geen aanvullende eisen