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Subject Advice and Counselling

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The subject advisor is happy to answer all your questions concerning the BA programme English and American Studies. General questions concerning your studies can be directed at general student advice and counselling.

Ask your questions by e-mail: anglistik-infos@uni-erfurt.de

Or make an appointment for a consultation by phone, videocall or in person:

Student advice and counselling English and American Studies
(Faculty of Philosophy)
Mitarbeitergebäude 1 / room 610
Office hours
Tuesday, 13:00–13:45
Wednesday, 9:00–11:00
and by appointment via e-mail
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Other Counsel

Subject Advice and Counselling can only offer advice on matters related to the BA programme English and American Studies.

If you seek help with social, psychological or financial topics, please contact the couselling services of Studierendenwerk Thüringen.

Answers to Frequent Questions

Do I have to take English and American Studies if I want to learn English?

Do I have to take English and American Studies if I want to learn English?

That is only partly true. In the course of the BA programme Anglistik/Amerikanistik, students do take advanced language classes, in order to obtain a fluent and stylistically appropriate use of English. However, a very good command of English (at least B2 level) is expected from any prospective student.

Are there any entrace restrictions for the Anglistik/Amerikanistik programme?

Are there any entrace restrictions for the Anglistik/Amerikanistik programme?

No. In the week before the start of term, all students must take a placement test (Oxford Placement test). Depending on their result, students take language courses according to their proficiency level. If the result is below 75 points, the regular courses of the Bachelor cannot be attended, but students have the opportunity to improve their language skills within 1-2 semesters.

Can I obtain a master degree in Anglistik/Amerikanistik?

Can I obtain a master degree in Anglistik/Amerikanistik?

The Anglistik/Amerikanistik programme at the University of Erfurt finishes with a Bachelor of Arts. This is an internationally recognised degree that allows to persue further studies at any university. Also the University of Erfurt offers several suitable master programmes.

What are the benefits of studying at Erfurt?

What are the benefits of studying at Erfurt?

Studying at Erfurt holds many advantages.

I have a child. Can I take a university course nonetheless?

I have a child. Can I take a university course nonetheless?

A university course is a fulltime job and an enormous expenditure of time that needs to be mastered. However, the University of Erfurt is very family-friendly. There is, for instance, a dedicated kindergarten on campus.

Can I take Anglistik/Amerikanistik as a part-time course?

Can I take Anglistik/Amerikanistik as a part-time course?

Yes, it is generally possible to study Anglistik/Amerikanistik in part-time. For this, students need to apply at Studium und Lehre. However, the allocation of BAföG is not possible then.

I have already studied English at another university. Can my credits be recognised?

I have already studied English at another university. Can my credits be recognised?

Insofar your acquired credits correspond in content and extent to the part of a module, the credits may be recognised. The current Subject Commissioner should be consulted for the recognition of credits.

Recognitions

The Subject Coordinator (Studienrichtungsbeauftragte) is responsible for the recognition of national and international academic achievements.

In order to have their classes validated, students need to download and fill out the form provided by Studium und Lehre. This needs to be presented together with the respective records of achievement (certificate with title of class, name of teacher, credits and grade as well as module allocation).

For a BA in Anglistik/Amerikanistik from the University of Erfurt, a minimum of 60 credits needs to be obtained at the University of Erfurt, including a minimum of 30 credits in the major subject.

Coordinator Bachelor Anglistik/Amerikanistik
(Faculty of Philosophy)
Mitarbeitergebäude 1 / Raum 618
Office hours
Bitte vereinbaren Sie einen Termin per E-Mail.
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Admission

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For admission to English and American Studies, do not send your application to the faculty, but use the central application of the university. Admission opens 1 June each year and is online.

Begin of study is always in the autumn/fall term. You can study English and American Studies as a major or minor subject and combine it with any other BA programme except Literary Studies.

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Good to know

  • International students apply through the International Office.
  • If you studied English and American Studies at another university already, use the regular application process and get individual modules recognised.
  • You can take a certificate course if you already possess a university degree. The workload equals that of a minor subject.