Literary Studies Major Subject (Academic)

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Degree: Bachelor of Arts
Duration: 6 semesters
Restrictions: Without NC 1
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Contents of the subject Literary Studies

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Interdisciplinary perspective
The Bachelor's degree programme in Literary Studies at Bielefeld University offers a systematic and comparative examination of various literatures, including German, English, Romance and Latin literature. This interdisciplinary approach promotes a comprehensive understanding of cultural and literary contexts.

Theory and method orientation
The course is characterised by a strong theoretical and methodological orientation, which enables students to analyse literary texts, taking into account the conditions of their creation, reception and transformation. These analytical skills are crucial for the academic study of literature.

Foreign language skills
Students are required to read and analyse foreign-language texts, particularly in English. These skills not only expand students' language skills, but also their understanding of international literary and cultural history.

Dedicated teaching methods
The degree programme offers a supportive teaching and learning environment in which close collaboration between teaching staff and students is encouraged. This contributes to a lively culture of discussion and supports the individual development of students.

Diverse career paths
The broad-based programme prepares students for various professional fields in which literary and cultural knowledge is in demand. This flexibility increases the attractiveness of the degree programme on the labour market.
The program opens up a wide range of career opportunities in various fields, such as:

Media and Publishing: Graduates find employment in media and publishing companies, where they can work as editors or literary editors. They are responsible for the content development and publication of literary works.

Cultural and Academic Management: Career opportunities exist in cultural and academic management, where professionals plan and implement cultural projects and promote dialogue between the academic community and the general public.

Public Communication: The skills acquired also qualify graduates for roles in public communication, such as in PR agencies or in the public relations departments of companies and organizations.

Research and Academia: An academic career in research is also an option. Graduates can work at universities or research institutes and contribute to literary studies or projects.

Adult Education and Continuing Education: Positions in adult education and continuing education also offer opportunities where graduates can develop and implement programs to promote literary knowledge and skills.

Access to the Bachelor programme is granted to those who have a university entrance qualification suitable for Germany (e. g. German ‘Abitur’).

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.

Course start

Studies can be commenced in both winter and summer semesters. Courses are targeted to commencing studies in winter semester. Student counselling to plan the course of studies is recommended.

Length and scope of studies

The standard period of studies is 6 semesters. Information on studying part time.

The studies Major Subject (Academic) Literary Studies comprise 120 credit points.

Find out about the academic structure model and note the possible combinations as well as the rules regarding the individual supplementary area.

The study places are not subject to any admission restrictions (numerus clausus). Nevertheless, you need to apply within the currently applicable application deadlines. Afterwards, however, you can submit your application for enrolment directly in the application and status portal, provided that you meet the access requirements.

Step by step to a bachelor programme without NC

Special conditions apply to applicants with a foreign certificate of education.

Likewise, special conditions apply to those qualified in vocational education and training.

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You will find the programme of lectures for this course in the eKVV.

An overview of the introductory and information events is provided by the central student counselling services.

Possible Combinations

This subject can be combined with the following subjects in the Combined Bachelor's Degree:

Combined Bachelor's Degree with One Minor Subject

As Minor Subject you may choose Art History and Historical Image Studies Biology Business Administration and Economics Chemistry Computational Linguistics Educational Science English Studies: British and American Studies French German as a Foreign and Second Language German Languages and Literatures History Informatics Latin: Roman Literature, Culture and Society in European Context Law Linguistics Mathematics Philosophy Physics Political Science Psychology Social Sciences Sociology Spanish

Combined Bachelor's Degree with Two Minor Subjects

As Minor Subject you may choose Aesthetic Education Art History and Historical Image Studies English Studies: British and American Studies Ethics Informatics Latin American Culture and History Linguistics of Romance Languages Mathematics Physics Protestant Theology

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The information on admission restrictions / numerus clausus (NC) refers to applications for the winter semester 2026/27 and summer semester 2027.
Information on NC values from previous years
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