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As an MA (Hons) German student, you'll refine your language and communication abilities to an advanced level. The German program at St Andrews offers diverse course selections that delve into the cultural richness of German-speaking regions, allowing you to tailor your studies to personal interests. Options span medieval studies, cinema, philosophical history, and literary-social developments from the 18th century onward. The MA (Hons) in German features a customized language curriculum accommodating both beginners and students with prior German education. This program combines German and International Relations studies at a research-intensive level, fostering comprehension of knowledge creation and development. It cultivates independent learning characterized by curiosity, precision, and academic rigor. This 48-month course culminates in a Master of Arts (Honours) degree, structured around a 480-credit system (typically 120 credits annually). Initial years blend core program modules with elective options (potentially including cross-faculty courses), while later years focus on specialized, research-driven curriculum.