Studies in Literature and Books
Studies in Literature and Books (B.A.)
Welcome to the Studies in Literature and Books degree program at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg! Our degree program offers a unique combination of the scientific dimension of French-Romance and German literature and cultural studies as well as book studies. Particularly noteworthy is the Franco-German perspective, which plays an important role in our program.
We thus offer you a unique opportunity to improve your language skills and deepen your professional knowledge in the above-mentioned areas. We look forward to welcoming you to our degree program!
- Degree
- Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Duration of studies in semester
- 6
- Start of degree program
- Winter semester
- Study location
- Erlangen
- Number of students
- 1-50
- Subject group
- Language and Cultural Studies
- Special ways to study
- 1-subject Bachelor, International degree program, Double degree program
- Teaching language
- in German and in the languages of the respective core subjects
- Admission Requirements
- No Admissions Restrictions
What is the degree program about?
The Studies in Literature and Books degree program aims to combine the scientific dimension of French-Romance and German literature and cultural studies and book studies, with special emphasis on the German-French perspective, as well as the practical dimension of teaching far above-average language skills, especially in the field of specialized languages.
The first year of study at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg consists of introductory courses in the fields of French and German literature and cultural studies and book studies as well as practical language courses. The second year of study includes a stay at our partner university, in the course of which professional-methodical and linguistic-practical competencies are further developed. In the third year of study, the studies are continued at FAU, especially in the subject-related areas and also taking into account the interdisciplinary perspective.
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The degree program “Studies in Literature and Books” is a modularized single-subject Bachelor’s degree program.
The program aims to combine the scientific dimension of Franco-Romance and Germanic cultural and literary studies and book studies, as well as the practical dimension of teaching far above-average language skills, especially in the field of specialized linguistics and book studies.
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As a professional qualification, the degree program imparts competencies that qualify students for the following fields of activity, among others, especially at the interfaces of the book industry, literature and culture in a German-French context:
- Library and publishing
- Media
- Book trade
- Adult education
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This is an integrated course of study sponsored by the Franco-German University, offered in cooperation with the Université Blaise Pascal in Clermont-Ferrand, which includes a two-semester stay at the partner university and leads to the acquisition of a joint degree. The following semester structure is planned:
1st/2nd semester at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
3rd/4th semester at the Université Clermont Auvergne
5th/6th semester at FAU Erlangen-Nürnberg
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- Admission requirements (first semester)
- No Admissions Restrictions
- Application deadline winter semester
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30.09.
Language skills
- German language skills for international applicants
- DSH 2 or equivalent
- General language skills
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Französisch-Kenntnisse auf dem Niveau B2 GER sind bis zum Ende des zweiten Fachsemesters nachzuweisen.
- Details and notes
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The application deadline for the winter semester for international applicants is July 15th.
In addition to the general qualification for university entrance (Abitur), there are other access options for studying at FAU.
Do you need help or more information?
Our Student Advice and Career Service (IBZ) is the central point of contact for all questions about studying and starting a degree programme. Our Student Service Centres and subject advisors support you in planning your studies.