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MScR in German Studies at the University of Edinburgh University of Edinburgh in United Kingdom

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Master's

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Gender Studies

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No specific funding is guaranteed in the post. The page says many students combine loans, family support, savings, work income, employer sponsorship, and scholarships to cover tuition and living costs. University of Edinburgh graduates may be eligible for a 10% tuition discount. Living costs in Edinburgh are estimated at £18,504 per year for 2026-2027.

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Jun 30, 2027

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Gender Studies
Media Studies
Film Studies
Translation Studies
History
Literature
Postcolonial Studies
German Studies
Cultural Studie
German Literature
Linguistics

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About this position

MScR German Studies at the University of Edinburgh is a postgraduate research degree for students who want to complete an independent masters-level project in German studies.

The programme sits in the School of Literatures, Languages and Cultures within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It offers full-time study over 1 year or part-time study over 2 years, with a start date in September 2027.

Research themes include German literature, film studies, translation studies, gender studies, postcolonial German studies, cultural and political studies, Weimar and National Socialist-era studies, post-war East and West German studies, and broader work on German-Scottish relations, reception studies, and world literature.

Students complete research skills and methods courses, two supervised research assignments, and a 15,000-word dissertation. The programme is described as a good stepping-stone to a PhD, while also being valuable as a stand-alone qualification.

Applicants do not need to contact a potential supervisor before applying, but they are encouraged to review staff profiles, research interests, and publications to ensure a good supervisory fit. The department invites applicants to contact the Departmental Postgraduate Research Director for European Languages and Cultures for advice on supervision.

Entry requirements include near-native competence in German, a UK 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent in a related subject, and proof of English language ability. Required application materials include a personal statement, research proposal, writing sample, transcripts, degree certificates, two references, and English-language evidence.

Funding and fees: the page does not advertise a dedicated scholarship or stipend. It notes that many students combine loans, savings, work income, employer sponsorship, family support, and scholarships. University of Edinburgh graduates may receive a 10% tuition discount. There is no application fee.

Deadline: 30 June 2027 for the September 2027 intake.

Funding details

No specific funding is guaranteed in the post. The page says many students combine loans, family support, savings, work income, employer sponsorship, and scholarships to cover tuition and living costs. University of Edinburgh graduates may be eligible for a 10% tuition discount. Living costs in Edinburgh are estimated at £18,504 per year for 2026-2027.

What's required

Applicants should have near-native speaker competence in German and a UK 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a related subject. They must submit an online application with a personal statement, research proposal, sample of written work of about 3,000 words, degree certificates and transcripts, two references, and evidence of English language proficiency. The programme notes that published work is not required, and part-time study is only available if the applicant does not require a Student visa.

How to apply

Apply online for the MScR German Studies programme and choose the 1-year full-time or 2-year part-time option. Read staff profiles and research interests first, then contact the Departmental Postgraduate Research Director if you want advice on supervisory fit. Submit the required personal statement, research proposal, writing sample, transcripts, references, and English evidence.

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