English Literatures and Cultures
University of Bonn offers this 24-month English-taught master's in Arts & Humanities in Bonn, ranked #92 by Times Higher Education.
What it takes to get in
- English tests
- IELTS 5.5
- Deadline
- 15 Jul 2026
What it costs
No tuition fees here — just plan for a normal Bonn student life.
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Rankings
- Times Higher Education 2026#92
- Times Higher Education 2025#89
- ARWU (Shanghai) 2024#61
Visa & life in Germany
The practical stuff — what's allowed, what's funded, what to expect after you graduate.
- Student visa
- Non-EU students need a national (D) visa plus a residence permit after arrival; proof of finances (blocked account, ~€11,900/yr) is the main requirement. EU students just register locally (Anmeldung).
- Post-study work
- 18-month job-seeker residence permit after graduation — you can work without restriction while searching for a position matching your qualification.
- Tuition
- Public universities charge no tuition for most programmes — just a semester contribution of €150–€400. Exceptions: Baden-Württemberg (€1,500/semester for non-EU) and some TUM professional master's.
- Scholarships
- DAAD scholarships for international students, Deutschlandstipendium (€300/month, merit-based), plus Erasmus+ for EU mobility.
About University of Bonn
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Common questions
Is English Literatures and Cultures at University of Bonn taught in English?
Yes — the programme is taught entirely in English. Non-native speakers need IELTS 5.5 (minimum).
What is the acceptance rate at University of Bonn?
Not published. Most European public universities don't release acceptance rates — admission is requirements-based, so if you meet the stated requirements your application gets a full review rather than competing against a fixed quota.
Do I need GRE or GMAT scores?
No — GRE and GMAT scores are not required for this programme.
Can I work in Germany after graduating?
Yes. Germany grants graduates of German universities an 18-month residence permit to look for work matching their qualification, and you can work without restriction during the search period.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is 15 Jul 2026. Deadlines can differ by nationality — confirm on the programme page.
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