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Degree Masters
Teaching Language English
Course duration Full Time -
Additional Information On Tuition Fees

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Semester
Non-European App. Start Deadline Description For Semesters Dates
Winter 01 May 01 Jul • There is one application call per year. Details on the timeline can be found on our website.
European
Winter 01 May 01 Jul • There is one application call per year. Details on the timeline can be found on our website.
Application Deadline
  • For Winter semester – 1 Jul(for applicants with a non-German Masters degree) 1 Jul(for applicants with a German Masters degree)
Website Course Website
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More Information On Beginning Of Studies • Winter semester starts in October, International students must plan their visa applications accordingly.
Course duration Full Time -
Language

English

ECTS

120

Semester
Non-European App. Start Deadline Description For Semesters Dates
Winter 01 May 01 Jul • There is one application call per year. Details on the timeline can be found on our website.
European
Winter 01 May 01 Jul • There is one application call per year. Details on the timeline can be found on our website.
Course Website

Course Website

Description/content

  • The master’s degree program American History, Culture and Society is a research-oriented and highly flexible program of study.
  • It offers advanced knowledge on historical, social, cultural, literary, economic and political topics in the USA as well as Canada and encourages its students to develop and pursue individual research interests.
  • In order to complete the 120 credit point program, nine modules have to be taken over the course of the first three semesters. The fourth semester is dedicated to writing the master’s thesis.
  • Faculty teaching in this program have particularly strong research credentials in the fields of history, literature, media and visual culture, popular culture, gender, race and ethnicity, technology, and cultural theory.
  • Students developing research projects are encouraged to place them in a transatlantic, transnational or global framework and to use comparative or interdisciplinary approaches.

More Information On Beginning of Studies

• Winter semester starts in October, International students must plan their visa applications accordingly.

Tuition fees No
Tuition fees amount
Additional information on fees

No

Costs of living • Cost of living is approx. 750 € to 850 € for a single student. • This costs include a single sharing room, Public transport, Health Insurance, groceries etc. But this varies depending you requirements.
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Academic admission requirements
Language requirements
Document Required
  • Application form
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Educational Documents (transcripts/Marksheets),
  • Motivation letter
  • Language proficiency certificate
  • Work experience letter
  • APS certificate for Chinese & Vietnamese applicants etc.
  • List of documents may change from time to time , Please check on Course Website.
Application deadline
  • For Winter semester – 1 Jul(for applicants with a non-German Masters degree) 1 Jul(for applicants with a German Masters degree)
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Possibility of finding part-time employment
  • Finding a part time employment is possible once you arrive in Germany. If you speak German, then it gets easy for you.
  • You are permitted for to work for certain number of hours e.g.20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
  • Please check on your visa document, it is mentioned on it.
Accommodation Yes
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About University
  • Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is a leading research university in Europe. Since its founding in 1472 it has been committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching.
  • Founded in 1472, LMU developed over the epochs to one of the best universities in Europe. Today, LMU enjoys an outstanding reputation.
  • Get an idea of who we are - the university in the heart of Munich. Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is one of the leading research universities in Europe, with a more than 500-year-long tradition.
  • The University is committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching.
  • Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München is a leading research university in Europe.
  • Since its founding in 1472 it has been committed to the highest international standards of excellence in research and teaching.
  • LMU degree programs combine learning, creativity and access to the latest research. From Ancient History to Veterinary Medicine, the University's academic portfolio spans a multitude of knowledge fields.
  • LMU doesn't disappoint. On top of studying, there's a variety of stimulating academic opportunities on offer — and all this in the heart of the beautiful city of Munich.
  • Immerse yourself in our diverse community, and a world of intellectual and professional opportunities will open up to you.
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  • Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München
  • Department of American History, Culture and Society
  • Munich, Germany
  • renate.krakowczyk@lmu.de