Master of Germanic Studies (sub-programme of academic program Linguistics, Literature and Regional Culture Studies)
On campus learning,
Full Time,
Postgraduate Certificate / Master's Degree
The total service fee for this program:
€ 299
Pre payment for this program:
€ 99
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ABOUT
Studying Master of Germanic Studies (sub-programme of academic program Linguistics, Literature and Regional Culture Studies) at Latvia University in Latvia:
The sub-programme prepares academically qualified specialists in Germanic studies and provides education that allows to focus on scientific research in the field of cultural heritage and current issues in Germanic studies in the Baltic region. The sub-programme highlights various aspects of Germanic studies in the general context of the humanities, but from an intercultural perspective – the Baltics – Germany – Scandinavia – special attention is paid to the study of historical and current links important to the Baltics.
Necessary information:
Degree to be achieved: Master in Humanities in Language Studies
Duration of studies: 2 years
Type of studies: Full time
Amount of credits: 80 credit points or 120 ECTS
European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level: Level 7
International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) level: Level 7
Language of instruction: English, German
Accreditation: Study program is licensed, will be accredited within two years (according to national legislation)
Tuition fee
EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and their family members; Long Term Resident EU – 2300 EUR per Year
Other сountry citizens – 3300 EUR per Year
Study period and classes time
The full – time degree programme covers two academic years. Classes are in the evenings of working days from 6.15pm till 9.30pm.
ERASMUS+ exchange possibilities
UL full-time students, regardless of their citizenship, have the opportunity to apply for the ERASMUS + exchange program for studies or/and traineeship.
Curriculum:
- Cultural heritage and new identities
- Research and Communication
- Regional language and culture contacts
- Master’s Thesis
- Media, Communication, Media Culture in German Studies
- Functional stylistics
- Civil protection
- …
Career opportunity:
Graduates of the study program can work in:
- translation
- universities and schools
- research institutions
- mass media and advertising agencies
- editorial offices
Application Requirements:
applicants must have:
- Bachelor’s degree or a diploma proving equivalent level of education from an institution of higher education
- The average grade in study courses must be 60% of the maximum
- As a part of the admission process applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview
English language requirements:
International applicants who wish to enter this university and study at different levels in English must prove that they have enough English language proficiency to study at this university.
| Language certificate | Overall score (bachelor) |
| TOEFL IBT | 92 |
| TOEFL Essential | 10 |
| IELTS | 7 |
| CPE (Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English) | C2 |
| CAE (Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English) | C1 Advanced |
| PTE (Pearson Test of English) General | C1 |
| PTE (Pearson Test of English) Academic | 67 |
| ESOL | C1 |
If the applicants did not pass English language tests, they can take the online English test of this university and pay 40.00 EUR. Overall, it is critical to know that applicants with previous international education in the English language (like secondary or high school) do not need to present an English language certificate.
Deadlines and intakes:
Autumn Intake (application start: 19 Oct 2022; studies start in Sept 2023)
FREE VISA SERVICE
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Expenses (EUR)
3150
Application Fee
141
Program expenses
University & General Expenses
REQUIREMENTS
75
accommodation
International and local students can apply for accommodation and choose from the accommodation options which the university offers them. For example, the “PRIMA” MAZĀ LUBĀNAS IELA 6, Riga, LV-1019 (nine floors, shared living room, shared bathroom, and other necessary living facilities) or “Reznas” MAZĀ LUBĀNAS IELA 11, Riga, LV-1019 (five floors, tenant, shared shower and kitchen). Furthermore, all these accommodation options are less than 20 minutes away from the university campus with well-developed public transportation systems, pay attention that international students must apply for accommodation only after acceptance in their chosen field of education.
After Graduation
Most of the undergraduate and postgraduate programs at this university are full-time. Therefore, the students will not have enough free time to apply for part-time jobs in this country. Furthermore, we recommend you focus on your studies at this university and achieve the best results. Then, you can apply for the best job position in this country or the global job market with direct help from the university and its partners. On the other hand, if international students want to apply for a part-time job and study part-time in this country, they must refer to their passports to see whether they are allowed to work while studying or not.