MA (Hons) German in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh

For generations, German-speaking societies have exerted significant global influence. Nearly 35% of Europeans speak German as their first language, placing it among the world's top 20 most spoken languages, especially crucial in business and political spheres.

Throughout our comprehensive four-year program, which includes overseas study, you'll develop professional competencies in all German language areas, such as:

comprehension and auditory skills
composition and translation
verbal communication and public speaking
Alongside language acquisition, you'll examine German literature, cinema, and drama, contextualizing them within historical and political shifts from the 1700s to modern day.

New learners begin with our German 1A course, while those with prior experience typically start with German 1B.

By graduation, you'll have refined your linguistic and analytical abilities to the level of producing a German-language dissertation.

Mastering a language at university level proves your communication skills and cultural adaptability - qualities employers recognize as Intercultural Competence.

In addition to linguistic proficiency, this program provides deep insight into varied cultural and social frameworks.

Earning a four-year MA from the University of Edinburgh demonstrates intellectual sophistication, perseverance, and adaptability.

Graduates acquire valuable professional skills including the capacity to:

process, evaluate, and articulate sophisticated ideas
organize time effectively across multiple project types
collaborate in teams and work autonomously