Degree program in which this course can be chosen

• Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (Bachelor)

Admission requirements

Applicants are required to pass a language aptitude test, which is oriented around the C1 level of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. More on proof of language skills

Aptitude assessment procedure

Candidates must also pass an aptitude test before they can enroll in this program. To find out how to register, please visit the Institute website.

Information regarding Studienkolleg

Applicants with a foreign university entrance qualification that does not grant them direct access to university education in Germany pursuant to the qualification comparability regulations of the Standing Conference of the Ministers of Education and Cultural Affairs must attend a Preparatory College (Studienkolleg) prior to studying. You can acquire the subject-specific university entrance qualification here. Further information can be found on the website of the Preparatory College (Studienkolleg).
This degree program relates to the following specialized course at the Studienkolleg:
S-course

Notes on the application process

For applications for joint degree programs where at least one subject has restricted admission requirements, the application deadline for restricted admission degree programs applies.

General information for the course

The English and American Studies program at TU Dresden analyzes anglophone cultures, English literature and the English language. In addition to the academic studies in the subject areas, students receive in-depth practical language training conducted by highly qualified lecturers. Thanks to the academic breadth of the Chairs covering both English and American Studies, students can choose their specialization according to their interests. The research and teaching focuses of English and American Studies at TU Dresden include popular culture, masculinity studies, television studies, gender studies, and (postcolonial) varieties of English. Moreover, regular guest lectures at the Institute, Chairs with particular research focuses and lectures with a strong methodical approach offer a wide range of individual development opportunities.

English and American studies can also be studied as a 2^nd major in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences degree program.

Study contents

In the 2^nd major subject of English and American Studies, students will apply their excellent command of the English language as a basis to acquire an overview of the language, culture and literature of Great Britain and North America as well as other English-speaking countries. The program includes specialized modules and independent study of basic academic methods. In English Studies, the overview ranges from the medieval beginnings to the present. American Studies ranges from colonial beginnings to the present. Students acquire extensive knowledge in the three fields of study: linguistics, British studies, and North American studies. This enables students to describe, reflect on and explain complex linguistic, cultural, and literary topics, mechanisms and structures.

Stay abroad

Would you like to spend a semester abroad? Whether it is a semester of studies, an internship or a language course abroad, you will definitely benefit from the international experience. You can improve your knowledge of your subject and language skills, establish new contacts, make friends, get to know other cultures, and much more. You can find further information on the International Office’s website.
Postgraduate studies

Study documents

The official announcements of TU Dresden include all published regulations . Please use the search bar to find the document you need: Official proclamation

The regulations are also available on each institution’s website.

Contacts

Central Student Information and Counselling Service

Faculty of Linguistics, Literature and Cultural Studies

Additional information