Romance Studies (B.A.)
Proof of sufficient German language skills required for enrollment
Overview
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Overview
Within the Bachelor's degree programme in Romance Studies, you will acquire sound skills in linguistics, cultural studies and literature as well as your chosen Romance languages - Spanish, French and/or Portuguese. You will also gain a comprehensive insight into the history, structure and prevalence of these languages.
The degree programme aims to adapt proven content, structures, language and practical courses to future-oriented knowledge and skills requirements. In addition to the thematic focus on literature, culture and language, the programme is expanded to include intercultural communication. A work placement is also planned, which can be completed at home or abroad. There is also the option of completing practical language modules with a UNIcert® examination.
Composition of the study programme
- Composition of the study programme
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Duration of studies
6 semesters - 180 Credit Points (CP)
Composition of the study programme
The Bachelor's programme is made up of
- a major subject in Romance studies (80 CP)
- a minor subject in Romance studies (40 CP), as well as
- a secondary minor subject (40 CP)
- an internship/project or professional and interdisciplinary skills (AfK) (10 CP)
- a thesis module (10 CP)
The programme provides qualifications for a wide range of professional fields in business, publishing, public sector employers, the media, etc.
Romance studies major (80 CP)
In the Romance Studies major, you will deal with literary and cultural studies and linguistics.
The following main subjects are offered:- Hispanic studies / Spanish
- French studies / French
- Portuguese studies / Portuguese
Minor subject in Romance Studies(40 CP)
The following Romance Studies minors are offered:
- French studies / French
- Hispanic studies / Spanish
- Portuguese studies / Portuguese
(The Romance Studies minor cannot be identical with the Romance studies major).
Secondary minor subject (40 CP)
The following secondary minor subjects are offered:
- Anglophone studies
- Hispanic studies / Spanish
- French studies / French
- Portuguese studies / Portuguese
- Sociology
- Political Science
- Philosophy
- History
- Art history
(The secondary minor subject cannot be identical with the Romance Studies minor or the Romance Studies major.
Content
In addition to the thematic focus on literature, culture and language, the programme is expanded by the subject of Intercultural Communication.
This subject is characterised by the following two main features:
- It is offered in a 'Romance' style, meaning that lecturers from different language and subject areas contribute to the organisation of the planned courses jointly and interdisciplinarily.
- The theory of Intercultural knowledge is reflected and at the same time put into practice in everyday university life by students with different language specialisations working together on content and building up skills.
Structures
The specialist modules are offered for one semester. This means that two courses are offered in parallel for one module. These complement and deepen each other thematically, thus enabling students to deal with new content and competences from a broad perspective.
In order to encourage the continuous expansion of foreign language skills, the language practice modules will continue to be offered for two semesters, i.e. each semester. This enables a staged development of competence.
The degree programme in Romance Studies can be started at the language level A2. You will be supported in improving your language skills through special accompanying activities, such as language-learning advice or other offers from the Self-Learning Workshop for Romance Studies.Languages
French, Spanish or Portuguese can be chosen as a Romance major or minor subject. As a secondary minor subject, you have the choice between other linguistic and interdisciplinary subjects. It is possible to complete practical language modules with a UNIcert® examination. This is a standardised, internationally recognised language certificate, which provides proof of foreign language skills acquired during studies and at work.
Practical courses
The study programme includes an internship that can be completed in Germany or abroad. This option promotes the acquisition of professional skills and prepares students for their later entry into the profession (publishing houses, diplomatic service, advertising, media such as television and film) in the best possible way. In addition, the internship serves to develop a personal profile.
Prospects
At the same time, the Master's programme "Romance Studies" will start in winter semester 2020/21.
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Application
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Commencement of studies
only in the winter semester
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Admission requirements
- General higher education entrance qualification (= Abitur or comparable qualification), Fachhochschule entrance qualification, master craftsman's examination, higher education entrance qualification for professionally qualified persons. More...
- Proof of internship (pre-study internship) is not required.
- Please note that applicants with a foreign higher education entrance qualification are also required to provide proof of German language skills. More...
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Application / Enrolment
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The study programme is not subject to admission restrictions.
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The enrolment period for the winter semester begins at the beginning of June.
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The end of the enrolment period is determined anew each year, please enquire in the application portal during the enrolment period.
Different rules apply in some cases for international applicants. More...
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Career Options
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Options for further study at JLU
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor's degree, the following consecutive Master's programmes can be studied at JLU:
- Romance Studies
- Depending on the subjects chosen in the Bachelor's programme, other Master's programmes at JLU may also be considered, e.g. Intercultural Communication and Business
Career options
The exact areas of activity depend on the individual specialisation undertaken by the students. Nonetheless, it is possible to identify the following fields of activity: communication, further training, and the cultural sector. These include:
- journalism and publishing/ radio, broadcast and television/ editing
- librarianship, documentation, information technology
- adult education/ civic education (adult education centre, trade unions, employer's associations/ boards, parties, charities, churches)
- associations (boards, organisations, parties, charities, parliamentary services)
- press- and public relations activities (for parties, associations, public or semi-public institutions, radio, broadcast and television)
- higher education institution and other research institutes
- private schools
- tourism (sector)/ leisure sector
- opinion research
- social services/ non-profit organisations
- theatre and all its disciplines/ cultural sector: (trade) fairs and markets
- visual arts/ museums/ collections/ exhibitions
- international organisations/ cultural exchange
- career guidance/ counselling
More information
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Examination- and study regulations
Courses offered in the course catalogue
- Electronical course catalogue (in German)
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- Links
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Contact
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- Study counseling
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Study guidance
Romance Studies
Contact persons at the Institute for Romance Studies
Karl-Glöckner-Str. 21 G, 35394 GiessenEnglish Studies
Contact persons at the Institute for English Studies
Philosophikum I, Haus B, Otto-Behaghel-Strasse 10, 35394 Giessen-
Sociology
Contact persons at the Institute for Sociology
Karl-Glöckner-Str. 21 E, 35394 GiessenPolitical Science
Contact persons at the Institute for Political Science
Karl-Glöckner-Str. 21 E, 35394 GiessenPhilosophy
Contact persons at the Institute for Philosophy
Rathenaustrasse 8, 35394 GiessenHistory
Contact persons at the Institute for History
Philosophikum I C/E/G, 35394 GiessenArt history
Contact persons at the Institute for Art history
Philosophikum I, Haus G, Otto-Behaghel-Strasse 10, 35394 Giessen
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- Central Study Advisory Service
- Central Study Service 2
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Directions and reception of study service
- Registrar's office
(for formal study matters) - Central study guidance
(Counselling for students and prospective students) - Student-Hotline Call Justus
(Initial information on all questions concerning the study programme) - International office
(Counselling and support for international students and applicants)
- Registrar's office