Course: Slavic languages and literature M.A.
- Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
The Master's programme is an advanced course of study in which scientific content and methods can be deepened and specialisations can be set. Requirements for this are the degree of an undergraduate Bachelor's programme or a comparable first professionally qualifying university degree. In addition, certain content is often specified as an aptitude requirement. The detailed provisions are set out in the respective Examination Regulations.
A completed Master's programme entitles the holder to a doctorate.
The Master's degree programme in Slavic languages and literature is aimed at anyone who would like to acquire in-depth knowledge of the Slavic languages, literatures and cultures of Eastern, Central and South Eastern Europe. Become an expert in the cultural diversity of Eastern, Central and South-Eastern Europe!
This Master's programme combines in-depth training in linguistics, literature and cultural studies with excellent language skills in two Slavic languages. A central component of the programme is the development of your transfer skills: you will learn to quickly familiarise yourself with new issues and to present your findings with confidence.
With this profile of specific expert knowledge and high intercultural skills, you will be ideally prepared for demanding jobs in business, media, culture or politics.
The most important facts at a glance
Program Profile
The Master's degree in Slavic languages and literature is aimed at graduates who wish to professionalise their expertise in the Slavic region. The programme opens up the entire cultural spectrum of Eastern, Central and South Eastern Europe to you. You define your individual profile through two central specialisations: You choose two languages from an exceptionally wide range of Slavic languages and at the same time specialise academically in the fields of literature, linguistics or cultural studies.
A special feature is the intensive language training at the highest level: you will take your first chosen language up to the UNIcert® III certificate and the second language up to UNIcert® II. At the same time, you will train your transfer competence by crossing national borders in your thinking and analysing topics in a broad international context. Independent project management and critical study of sources are an integral part of your training.
With this profile of excellent language skills, specific specialist knowledge and a high level of intercultural competence, you will be ideally prepared - whether for an academic career or for a career in international organisations, in cultural management or in the globally networked economy.
Is this the right program for me?
Passion for language and culture
This degree program is ideal for you if you have a passion for Slavic languages and want to gain a deeper understanding of the cultural, political and societal contexts in Eastern, Central and South-Eastern Europe.
Analytical depth & methods
If you want to analyse language and literature in a scientifically sound way, you've come to the right place. We combine traditional fundamental knowledge with modern digital methods (e.g. corpus linguistics). If you are interested in combining classical analyses with innovative, data-supported methods, this Master's programme offers you the perfect set of tools.
Individuality
The Master's programme suits you if you want to define your own profile: You take advantage of the freedom to choose two languages from our wide range of languages and combine them with an individual academic specialisation.
What makes this program special?
Unique linguistic diversity and specialisation
The Institute of Slavic Languages and Literature in Regensburg offers a breadth of specialisation that is almost unparalleled in Germany. You can choose from Bosnian/Croatian/serbian, Polish, Russian, Slovakian, Slovenian, Czech, Ukrainian and - as a speciality - Yiddish and Hebrew.
Exclusive specialisations
Only in Regensburg can you specialise in Slavic-jewish studies with a focus on eastern europe - a profile that makes you unique in Germany.
Excellent research environment
Regensburg is one of the most important international centres for research into Eastern Europe. You will benefit directly from the world-leading institutions such as the Leibniz Institute for East and South East European Studies (IOS), the Centre for Interdisciplinary Ukrainian Studies Denkraum Ukraine or the Department for Interdisciplinary and Multiscalar Area Studies (DIMAS).
What can I do with this degree?
More than just language
Your profile With an M.A. in Slavic languages and literature, you are an expert in one of the most exciting markets in the world. But you will score points with employers with one skill in particular: transfer competence. You will learn to familiarise yourself with new topics and complex contexts at lightning speed - whether in business, politics or culture.
Springboard into science
Regensburg is a hotspot for east european research. The strong research environment and direct involvement in projects make the Master's programme the ideal preparation for a doctorate.
Typical sectors in which our graduates work are
- Media & Public: journalism (foreign correspondence), editing, PR agencies, publishing and editing.
- Business & Industry: Companies with links to east europe, export/import, human resources (recruiting), working as a data linguist, management consultancy and linguistics.
- International cooperation: International organisations (EU, UNESCO), Federal Foreign Office, NGOs and foundations.
- Culture & education: cultural management, museums, Goethe Institutes, language teaching at universities and pupils as well as adult education.
- Society & Social Affairs: Migration work (e.g. BAMF), integration management and official advice centres.
Structure of the Program
Program Structure
The Master's degree programme in Slavic languages and literature (120 CP) has a modular structure and combines an academic specialisation with intensive language practice. The programme is based on three central pillars, which allow you maximum freedom of choice and individual profile development: academic specialisation, Intensive language training and Research and mentoring.
The duration of the programme depends on the individual course of study. The Standard Period of Study, i.e. the time in which the intended study programme can ideally be completed, is 4 semesters. The actual duration of the programme may differ from this. It is limited by the examination deadlines, which are regulated in the Examination Regulations.
Study Plans
Have we piqued your interest and would you like more information about the detailed curriculum?
You can find more detailed information on the structure of the Master's programme, the Study Plan and modules on the programme's website
Homepage Slavic M.A. (German version)
Here you will find information on the
Internationalization
Studying abroad in Central, Eastern and South Eastern Europe consolidates and deepens your acquired language and specialised knowledge and intercultural skills. Studying abroad is therefore strongly recommended.
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Student Life & Services
Foto: UR / Julia Dragan Requirements
| Admission Restrictions / Selection Procedure | no |
| Pre-registration procedure | no |
| Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test | yes |
| Placement Test | no |
| Subject-Specific Language Requirements | yes |
| German Language Certificate for Students with Foreign University Entrance Qualification | yes |
| Other Requirements | no |
Binding information and current information can be found in the brief overview (German version) (opens in a new window). (This PDF is not accessible) of the Registrar's Office or in the examination regulations applicable to you Examination Regulations.
Details Requirements
Eligibility Test / Aptitude Test
In order to be admitted to the Master's degree programme in Slavic languages and literature, you will undergo a so-called Eligibility Test. We will check whether you have the academic and personal requirements for the programme.
1. Specialised degree
You need a first professionally qualifying university degree (usually a Bachelor's degree) with an overall grade of "good" or better. Ideally, your degree should be in one of the following fields:
- Slavic languages and literature: Bachelor's degree with a Slavic subject as your first or second major.
- East European Studies: Bachelor's degree in a degree program with an East European focus, provided you have previous knowledge of a Slavic language.
- Philologies: Bachelor's degree in another philological degree program, provided you have prior knowledge of a Slavic language.
2. Application documents
To apply for the Eligibility Test, please submit the following documents:
- Curriculum vitae in tabular form
- Letter of motivation (outlining your academic interests and goals)
- Bachelor's degree certificate or a current transcript of records, if the certificate is not yet available at the time of application. (You will submit the final certificate at the time of enrolment).
3. Application deadlines
Please submit your documents by the deadline for the desired starting semester:
- For the start in the winter semester: by 15 June
- For the start in the summer semester: by 15 January
Legal information and contact
Detailed information on the Eligibility Test procedure and the legal basis can be found in the
Examination Regulations (German version) .
Questions about Study Plan, organisation, examination law:
info-slavistik@ur.de
Admission, Application and Enrollment
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Course-related information and advice
If you have any questions about the programme content, the subject-specific requirements and the application procedure, as well as the specific structure of the programme, please contact the
General Student Advisory Service
The General Student Advisory Service (ZSB) supports you with all questions relating to your studies - from the decision to study, to the course of studies, right through to successful graduation.
If necessary, the ZSB will refer you to the appropriate contact person.
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