Master in North American Studies

At FAU Erlangen Nurnberg, the application deadline for the Oct 2027 intake is Jul 15, 2027.

The Master in North American 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 study US American, Canadian, and Caribbean culture. The program helps students develop strong research and analytical skills.

The curriculum includes basic modules on historical frameworks, theoretical models, and academic language skills. Advanced and focus modules train students in cultural and literary studies, helping them develop critical thinking and research skills. Students will learn about cultural phenomena, media products, and literary writing from the colonial period to the present day.

Graduates of this program can work as Cultural Critics, Researchers, Editors, Teachers, or Policy Analysts. They can find jobs in education, media, government, or non-profit organizations, working for companies like universities, museums, or cultural institutions.

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.