Master in English Studies

Applications for the Oct 2027 intake are due by Jul 15, 2027.

The Master in English Studies is a 2-year program at FAU Erlangen Nurnberg in Germany, taught in English. It's for students who have a Bachelor's degree and want to specialize in English. The program helps students develop strong research skills.

The curriculum includes modules on literature, cultural history, and theory, as well as linguistics and applied linguistics. Students can choose to specialize in one of two areas: Culture and Literature or Linguistics and Applied Linguistics. They will develop skills in critical thinking, analysis, and research.

Graduates of this program can work as English Teachers, Editors, Publishers, Literary Critics, or Researchers. They can find jobs in education, publishing, media, or academia, working for companies like schools, universities, or publishing houses.

FAU Erlangen Nurnberg is a historic and research-intensive public university based in Erlangen and Nuremberg, with origins dating back to 1743. Hosting more than 38,000 students, including a large international community, FAU blends long academic traditions with modern facilities across engineering, medicine, natural sciences and the humanities. Its dual-campus environment offers both urban opportunities and a strong sense of academic community.

The university is widely recognized for innovation, interdisciplinary research and an outward-looking international perspective. FAU supports intensive training for early-career researchers and offers a broad portfolio of programs and research centers, including 25 strategic areas of focus. Strong industry links, well-equipped laboratories and numerous international partnerships enable students to engage in applied research, technology transfer and collaborative projects with global relevance.

Students at FAU benefit from comprehensive services such as academic advising, language support and career placement, plus active student organizations and cultural life in two dynamic Bavarian cities. English-language master's courses and exchange opportunities make it accessible to international learners. Graduates typically leave with rigorous research experience, practical skills and professional networks that support careers in academia, industry and public sectors worldwide.