M.A. in American Studies (MAS)

Inside Knowledge with an Outside Perspective

The Master of Arts in American Studies (MAS) is an exclusive, interdisciplinary program taught in English and aimed at qualified graduate students from around the world. The MAS is a three semester program, however, a performance-related fast track option (two semesters) is available. American Studies in the MAS is defined by exemplary and interdisciplinary teaching of cultural knowledge about the United States of America. The program provides training in academic and practical skills tailored to meet the needs of future leaders in a transatlantic and global environment. Curricula include a selection of courses from economics, geography, history, law, literature, musicology, philosophy, political science, religious studies, and sociology.

The Heidelberg Center for American Studies (HCA) admits up to 30 students to the MAS every year. Admission is competitive and depends on the quality and academic merits of the candidates. Most candidates will have studied law, humanities, or social sciences at the undergraduate or graduate level. Participants are expected to bring to the program an outstanding academic record as well as work experience and demonstrable social commitment. Applicants from outside of the EU should have successfully completed degree programs involving a minimum of four years of study at recognized academic institutions.

The MAS begins in September each year. The tuition fees for the MAS program are 2,500 EUR per semester.