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MA by Research

1 year full-time

30 September 2024

Modern Languages and Cultures

University of Warwick

Warwick's MA by Research in German Studies is designed by the School of Modern Languages and Cultures, to hone your research skills. The School has created a vibrant research community engaged in the diversity of German-language culture.

Research and write a 40,000-word Dissertation on a topic of your choice under the supervision of one or more of our internationally-leading experts. Suitable for students who already have considerable research skills and a clear idea of their own particular area of interest for further research.

Before you arrive, you will be matched to one or more of our expert supervisors and during the course. You will meet with them frequently for guidance on the conceptualisation, research and writing of your Dissertation. This will include reading and discussion of draft material.

You will also be expected to participate in the research culture of the School, for example by attending research seminars.

Most areas from the 18th century Enlightenment to the present day, with notable areas of expertise in:

• German Classicism and Romanticism
• Orientalism in German Culture from 1800 to the Present
• German Diasporic Cultures and Literatures
• Nationalism and Anti-Semitism
• Weimar Cultures
• Contemporary German History
• Post-War German Literature and Culture
• German Memory Cultures
• Transnationalism, transculturalism and world literatures
• Critical Theory

Full details of our research interestsLink opens in a new window are listed on the School of Modern Languages and Cultures website.

You can also read our general University research proposal guidance.

Find your supervisor using the link below and discuss with them the area you'd like to research.

Explore our School of Modern Languages and Cultures Research Directory where you will be able to filter by your chronological, geographical, linguistic and disciplinary interests.

You can also see our general University guidance about finding a supervisor.

2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent) in a related subject.

• Band B
• IELTS overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores of two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above.

There are no additional entry requirements for this course. You may be invited to submit a sample of written work and may be invited to an interview.