Other particular areas of research include travel writing, intercultural encounters, aesthetics, minorities, German-Jewish studies and postcolonial studies. Research topics from other areas need to be discussed with the prospective supervisor prior to application.
Career Options
German is the largest language in Europe in terms of native speakers and one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, with more than 100 million native speakers and millions more speaking German as a second language. Germany has also the largest economy in Europe, thus making German a language widely offered in universities around the world.
This German programme from Maynooth University enhances opportunities in teaching, the civil service, journalism as well as the diplomatic, academic and many other professions.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Innovation and Research Commercialisation
- Research Funding Application
- Professional Certificate in Postgraduate Teaching and Learning: Tutors and Demonstrators
- Professional Skills - Thesis Completion and Career Development
- Academic Writing Module
- Conference Organisation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English Requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 120
- TOEFL iBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 63
- IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
- Candidates normally must have a Masters degree with at least a 2.1 in German, or equivalent. In exceptional cases, candidates who do not fulfil this requirement may be accepted.
- Applicants must have a recognised primary degree which is considered equivalent to Irish university primary degree level.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 22,810 AUD / year (approx. 14,000 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: 10,590 AUD / year (approx. 6,500 EUR / year)
Additional Details
- Part-time Tuition Fees: EU: 4330 EUR / Year
- Continuation year (Full-Time): EU: 4330 EUR / Year; Non-EU: 10000 EUR / Year
Living Costs
Maynooth, Ireland: 1,059-1,629 AUD / month
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