Language-Literatures

Degree Courses in the Area of Language and Literatures

German Studies is concerned with the German language and its history, as well as with the development of German literature from medieval times up to the present day. Studies also encompass media products like films or computer games. Teacher-training programs include the didactics of teaching the German language. A feature of German Studies at the University of Bremen is its intercultural dimension: it is possible, for instance, to study German as a second language. Graduates find career opportunities in school teaching as well as cultural, research and educational institutions and publishing houses. more »

Dutch Studies

About 22 million people in the Netherlands and Flanders speak Dutch. This makes Dutch one of the medium-sized languages of Europe. The degree program Dutch Studies is hosted by the University of Oldenburg: students of the University of Bremen can choose it either as a second or subsidiary subject, or as a first and major (not applicable to students studying to become teachers in the State of Bremen). Beside linguistics and literature, studies also encompass the history, politics, legal system and economics of the Netherlands. more »

English Studies/American Studies

English / American Studies concentrate on English-language literature as well as the culture and history of English-speaking countries like Great Britain, Ireland and the USA. In applied language courses delivered in English, students receive a thorough grounding in the English language. Students studying to become teachers also attend courses in didactics. Apart from teaching careers, the program qualifies students for careers in areas of international and national culture, research institutions, publishing and libraries. more »

Romance Studies

Romance Studies is concerned with the languages, literature, cultures and respective histories of French-, Spanish- and Italian-speaking countries. These include France, Spain and Italy, as well as Latin America, Canada, or parts of Africa. Students studying to become teachers also receive training in didactics. Graduates of Romance Studies work as teachers at the national or international level, in cultural and research institutions and also in educational areas other than schools. more »

Slavic Studies

Slavic Studies are concerned with the languages, literatures and cultures of the Slavic peoples. At the University of Oldenburg the focus is on Poland or Russia, supplemented by Ukrainian. Students studying to become teachers also receive training in didactics. At the University of Bremen, the Bachelor program Slavic Studies can be chosen either as a second or subsidiary subject, or as a first and major: it qualifies students for teaching posts at Gymnasien. more »

Linguistics

Studies in Linguistics at the University of Bremen examine the principles upon which our language is built and how language is learned and used for communication. In addition, students learn how language is applied in professional life or everyday communication. Graduates of linguistics work at both national as well as international levels, for example in research or educational establishments, publishing, libraries, or also in the area of IT. more »

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