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Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn
Master German + English Social Sciences

Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina

Master of Arts (M.A.)

Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn Bonn · North Rhine-Westphalia

About the Program

Latin American Cultural Studies/Estudios culturales de América Latina is a degree program oriented toward cultural studies; it has an international focus and three languages of instruction (Spanish, German, English). The program is designed for students who desire to extend their knowledge of Latin America with regard to current debates and research in the field of cultural studies and, parallel to that, deepen their knowledge of the Spanish language. The program's content is conceived as an interdisciplinary study of the literary, language, media and historical-ethnological aspects of cultural processes in Latin America that relate to the present. Working with literary and cultural-anthropological studies, students explore current transformation processes and learn to analyze them in their social contexts and also in terms of their theoretical significance. This degree program is offered jointly by the Romance Studies and Anthropology of the Americas departments. This gives students the opportunity to grasp cultural processes also in their historical profundity. Possible lines of work: Academia (teaching/research at universities, research institutions, etc.), research/cultural management, media and publishing, international organizations/companies with focus on Latin America (foundations, public authorities, NGOs, tourism, etc.), development cooperation, public relations, adult education.
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Latin American Cultural Studies/Estudios culturales de América Latina is a degree program oriented toward cultural studies; it has an international focus and three languages of instruction (Spanish, German, English). The program is designed for students who desire to extend their knowledge of Latin America with regard to current debates and research in the field of cultural studies and, parallel to that, deepen their knowledge of the Spanish language. The program's content is conceived as an interdisciplinary study of the literary, language, media and historical-ethnological aspects of cultural processes in Latin America that relate to the present. Working with literary and cultural-anthropological studies, students explore current transformation processes and learn to analyze them in their social contexts and also in terms of their theoretical significance. This degree program is offered jointly by the Romance Studies and Anthropology of the Americas departments. This gives students the opportunity to grasp cultural processes also in their historical profundity. Possible lines of work: Academia (teaching/research at universities, research institutions, etc.), research/cultural management, media and publishing, international organizations/companies with focus on Latin America (foundations, public authorities, NGOs, tourism, etc.), development cooperation, public relations, adult education.

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How do I apply to Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn?

Most international applicants apply via uni-assist (document verification + APS for some countries). Prepare your secondary/Bachelor diploma, transcripts, language certificate (DSH/TestDaF or IELTS/TOEFL), motivation letter and CV. Non-EU students also need a Sperrkonto (~11,904 EUR/year) for the visa.

  1. Check requirements — Verify your degree is recognised + meet language/grade thresholds.
  2. Get language certificate — TestDaF / DSH for German programmes, IELTS / TOEFL for English.
  3. Submit via uni-assist (non-EU) — Document review + APS if your country requires it (China, India, Pakistan, Vietnam, etc.).
  4. Apply directly or via uni portal — Some universities accept direct applications — check the official programme page.
  5. Open Sperrkonto + apply for visa — After admission, deposit 11,904 EUR, get health insurance, book embassy appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn

Is Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn taught in German or English? ▼

This Master programme is taught in German + English. Make sure to check the language requirements (e.g. TestDaF, DSH, IELTS or TOEFL) before applying.

How much does the Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina programme cost? ▼

No tuition fee (only semester contribution). International students should also budget around 800–1000 EUR/month for living costs in Germany.

What are the admission requirements for Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina at Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn? ▼

Typical requirements include: a recognised secondary/undergraduate degree, proof of language proficiency (German + English), and (for non-EU applicants) a uni-assist application plus financial proof (Sperrkonto ~11.904 EUR/year).

When is the application deadline? ▼

Application deadlines vary: winter semester usually closes on 15 July, summer semester on 15 January. Always confirm the exact deadline on the official university website.

Can I work in Germany while studying Latin American Cultural Studies Estudios Culturales de América Latina? ▼

Yes. International students may work up to 140 full days / 280 half days per year without additional permission. After graduation you can apply for an 18-month job-seeker permit.

How do I apply to Rheinische Friedrich-Wilhelms-Universität Bonn — directly or via uni-assist? ▼

Most German universities accept international applications through uni-assist for document verification. Some unis accept direct applications — check the programme page on the official site.

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