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Basic Information

Start of studies

Major: winter term

Minor: winter and summer term

Standard period of studies 6 semester
Admission restriction No restriction (no numerus clausus)
Language of instruction All classes including work and exams will be in English.
Program and exam regulations Program and exam regulation (only available in German)

At a Glance

  • Contents

    Dive into the fascinating world of language and research its profound impact on society, politics and culture! Are you passionate about communication? Do you wonder how language influences power structures in our globalised world? Do you want to understand how language can contribute to the change of societal structures? If so, then the new study programme Language, Discourse and Power is a good fit for you!

  • Perspectives

    The B.A. Language, Discourse and Power prepares you for a vast number of professions.
    ᛫ Media and journalism: Become a critical media analysist and shape the way news and information are presented
    ᛫ Politics and international relations: Understand the power of rhetoric and discourse in national or international political contexts
    ᛫ Communications consultancy : Develop effective communication strategies and help others with starting new conversations
    ᛫ Sociological research: Apply your knowledge to research projects to decipher the complex connections between language, discourse, and power

    Other possible professions for which the B.A. Language, Discourse and Power prepares you are: Public relations, the areas of university, human resources, publishing, media and media production, tourism, librarianship and documentation, science management, project management, content marketing, as well as language teaching in economic and industrial contexts, advertising, politics, commerce, and transportation.

  • Offers for Study-Orientation

    We are currently working on a point-and-click adventure to offer prospective students some insight into the study programme B.A. Language, Discourse and Power. In the game, pupils won't only get to know the content and teachers of the study programme but will also be introduced to the university as a whole, as well as to the Institute for English and American Studies, in particular. Also take a look at the tab  Get to know us! where our instructors introduce themselves and the study program. 

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