(MA)National and Transnational Studies

Undergraduate diploma (or higher)

Prospective students must have completed a first academic degree (Bachelor or equivalent) with a standard period of study of at least 6 semesters. This first degree must be in a field which is thematically relevant to this M.A. programme. These fields are:
▪ Literature
▪ Linguistics
▪ Cultural Studies
▪ Book Studies
▪ Media Studies
▪ Communication Studies
▪ History
▪ Political science
▪ Sociology
▪ Social Anthropology
▪ Ethnology
▪ Philosophy
▪ Theology
▪ Education
▪ Art History
▪ Psychology
Applicants must prove a special qualification and suitability for this programme, which is assessed through the grades attained in MA-relevant focal subjects during their BA studies (or equivalent) as certified by their BA diploma (or equivalent) and transcript of student records, through the application essay, the CV and (where applicable) evidence of previous international and professional experience.
As English is the official medium of instruction on this M.A. programme, excellent English language skills are a precondition for enrolment. Students’ English language skills must correspond to the “C2” level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. Applicants who are not native speakers of English must demonstrate their language skills through the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English
(CPE, grade A, B or C) or another equivalent language certificate (e.g. CAE grade A or B; TOEFL iBT 109+; or IELTS Academic 7.5+).
Please note that we consider you a native speaker if English is an official language in your country. English as a medium of instruction in previous studies is not accepted as proof of language proficiency.

The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English.

Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.