German Studies

Entry requirements

2:i undergraduate degree (or equivalent) and preferably a Masters in a related subject.

Please make sure you check the full course details online before you apply.

Months of entry

October

Course content

Study MPhil/PhD in German Studies under the supervision of internationally-leading experts. Warwick's Modern Language and Cultures department invites you to study amongst a vibrant research community while engaging with the diversity of German-language culture.

Research and write an 80,000-word thesis on a topic of your choice under the supervision of one or more of our internationally leading experts. Suitable for students with an excellent academic record who already have considerable research skills and a clear idea of their own area of interest for further research.

Before you arrive, you will be matched to one or more of our expert supervisors and during the course. You will meet with them frequently for guidance on the conceptualisation, research and writing of your Dissertation. This will include reading and discussion of draft material.

You will also be expected to participate in the research culture of the School, for example by attending research seminars, and will receive advice on appropriate skills and career development opportunities.

Information for international students

You can find out more about our English language requirements. This course requires the following:

• Band B
• IELTS overall score of 7.0, minimum component scores of two at 6.0/6.5 and the rest at 7.0 or above.

Fees and funding

For more information on funding please visit our Postgraduate fees and funding page.