Overview

The German Comparative Literature BA degree from Queen Mary University of London key facts:

Your time is split equally between the two subjects, with an equal focus on each. No prior knowledge of German is required.

Studying German at Queen Mary involves intensive engagement with the language, in conjunction with learning about the cultures and histories of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You’ll develop a high level of linguistic competence, together with analytical skills and an understanding of intercultural issues.

At the same time, you’ll gain a solid grounding in the discipline of literary studies, choosing from a range of topics from modern fairy tales to First World War literature, and a host of themes from madness to migration.

You’ll spend your third year abroad, an exceptional opportunity to develop your language skills through immersion and boost your intercultural competence.

Career opportunities:

German and Comparative Literature graduates from Queen Mary University of London have a broad range of skills that can take them through to successful careers, such as analytical and critical thinking. Some apply their degree knowledge directly, entering careers such as translating, editing and teaching.

Recent graduates have been hired by:

American Academy (Rome)

Bloomberg

British Council

ESI International

Kulturbrücke (Frankfurt Main)

The Guardian.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Culture and Language
German language module (streamed according to entry level)
Literature: Texts and Contexts
The Scene of Learning

Understanding Culture: Cultural Theory

Contemporary German Studies I OR Contemporary German Studies II
German language module (streamed according to entry level)
The Scene of Reading

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-06-30 00:00:00

Language

Partially taught in English, Partially taught in German

TOEFL^® IBT

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100

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PTE Academic

76

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IELTS

7

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Language Studies Literature View 481 other Bachelors in Literature in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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76

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7

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General requirements

Grades BBB at A-Level. Excludes General Studies.

International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum of 30 points overall, including 5,5,5 from three Higher Level subjects.

GCSE - Minimum five GCSE passes including English at grade C or 4.

EPQ - Alternative offers may be made to applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification.

Contextualised admissions - We consider every application on its individual merits and will take into consideration your individual educational experiences and context.

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Tuition Fees

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26950 GBP / year

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9535 GBP / year

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Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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