English and American Studies, Master 1 subject

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Annette Hahn

Don’t get discouraged if your English isn’t perfect yet.

Annette Hahn Bachelor's degree
Annette Hahn
Anette Hahn is a Bachelor's student of English and Sports.

What made you choose this degree programme?

I always enjoyed languages, and English had long been my favourite subject at school.

In which respect have or haven’t your expectations been fulfilled?

My language skills have definitely improved, and I’ve learned a lot about communication. But my 18-year-old self would’ve probably expected to have a better accent by now.

Which aspect of your degree programme do you enjoy most?

Personally, I like the modules linguistics and technical terminology, because that’s where we learn a lot about languages in the social context (e.g. in the business world) and operate with more than simple school English.

What has been your biggest challenge to date?

Writing my first term paper.

What would you like to become after completing your degree?

Teacher. But many students of American and English studies intend to pursue a career in business, politics or literature.

Which advice would you like to give to students who consider enrolling in this degree programme?

Don’t get discouraged if your English isn’t perfect. I used to receive tutoring in school for a long time and didn’t find the degree course too difficult, because I kept at it. Also, the head start that others seem to have after an exchange year becomes pretty much insignificant after you too take part in an exchange programme.

Profile

Degree
Master of Arts
Start
Winter- and summer semester
Duration
4 semesters
Classroom language
English
Admission
Not restricted, application at the faculty required
Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Application information for international applicants

Application information for international applicants

What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
it makes a specialisation in cultural science, literary studies or linguistics possible (e.g. by providing specific research modules).
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • Cultural Science
  • Linguistics
  • Literary Studies
  • Shakespeare Studies
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,
has:
  • excellent English skills

enjoys:

  • languages, reading
  • studying academic literature

struggles through:

  • a plethora of reading materials
This degree programme is suited for graduates in the following subjects
  • English and American Studies, B.A. or similar qualifications
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in arts administration
  • in academia and research
  • in the print media
  • in the PR industry
And else?
An internship ...

is recommended.

Studying abroad ... is recommended.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

PD Dr. Monika Müller

Building, Room: GB 6/55

Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25066

E-mail: fachberatungenglisch@rub.de

Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft: Anglistik

Building, Room: GB 6/151

Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25053

E-mail: fr-anglistik@rub.de

Website Fachschaft

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