Study location	Hungary, Debrecen
Type	Master, full degree studies
Nominal duration	4 semesters (120 ECTS)
Study language	English
Awards	MA
Course code	Arts and Humanities

Entry qualification	Bachelor diploma (or higher) 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. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements

English English language proficiency equivalent to CEFR level C1 accepted certificates: TOEFL 587/IELTS 7.0 any proctored exam on level C1, eg. Duolingo, EFSET Certificate on English medium of instruction In case of a missing certificate about the English language proficiency, we conduct a Skype interview and a written English placement test in order to check the applicant’s English language skills.

Other requirements	A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	edu.unideb.hu/p/american-studies-ma

Overview

Program description:
The disciplinary MA program in the broadly interpreted field of American Studies, with opportunities for specialization in ethnic and multicultural studies or American literature. Specializations: – ethnic and multicultural studies – American literature

Entry requirements:
Bachelor degree, at least 38 completed credits in the field of English Studies

Entrance exam:
Yes

Type of entrance exam:
oral

Entrance exam location:
Electronic

Entrance exam description:
The professional evaluation of the educational materials (degree, transcripts, results) is the task of the Faculty of Humanities. This evaluation is followed by a Skype interview with one of the professors of the Faculty, which aims to check the applicant’s level of motivation, language skills and professional knowledge.

Contact:
Ms Ibolya Kun
Admissions Officer
ibolya@edu.unideb.hu

Preparatory year available:
No

Specialisation year available:
No

Programme structure

Main subjects typically include (this list is indicative and may change):
Year Main subjects
1 American Literary Culture, American History and Political Culture, American Culture Through Language, Literary and Cultural Theory, Introduction to the Profession of American Studies, American Popular Culture, North American History and Political Culture in the 20th century
2 Specialization courses, Thesis writing seminar

Career opportunities

Endowed with practical skills, theoretical insight and comprehensive knowledge in diverse fields of American studies, MA graduates may seek employment in areas requiring in-depth and up-to-date familiarity with culture and communication (oral and written): in education management and at various levels of government, in business, media, publishing, diplomacy, international relations, and tourism.