Spanish Culture and European Identity / Spanische Kultur und Europäische Identität / Cultura y pensamiento europeo: tradición y pervivencia University of Bonn

Universidad de León (Spain)

Courses are held in German (50%) and Spanish (50%). The Master's thesis is written in Spanish.

The binational curriculum at both locations - the Romance Institute at the University of Bonn and the Instituto de Humanismo y Tradición Clásica (IHTC) at the University of León - focuses on interdisciplinarity and internationality. Literary, cultural and historical studies as well as comparative literature, art history and philosophy interact within the framework of a broad range of modules in order to introduce the idea of Europe from an interdisciplinary point of view. Students will be offered the opportunity to deepen their knowledge of Spanish culture and its origins (ancient, medieval, humanistic), Spanish literature, history, art and philosophy in the context of European intellectual history, and to gain excellent Spanish language skills.

Please check https://www.philfak.uni-bonn.de/de/studium/studienangebot/bewerbung-zulassung.

The first year of studies (two semesters) takes place at Bonn University, while the second year (two semesters) is held at the Universidad de León in Spain. The Master's thesis is written in Spanish in a co-teaching programme with supervisors at each university. The graduates will be awarded a double degree.

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An internship can be completed voluntarily and will be recognised as a module.

No tuition fees

The University of Bonn is a public university and therefore does not charge tuition fees. However, all students must pay the so-called social contribution (semester fee) of about 330 EUR per semester. It includes, among other things, a student transit pass for public transport and statutory accident insurance.

The cost of living for students in Bonn ranges from 800 to 1,000 EUR, with rent comprising the largest portion.

Academic admission requirements include a Bachelor of Arts in Romance Studies (with a focus on Spanish studies) or a similar subject as well as very good knowledge of Spanish and German literature, linguistics and culture.

• Proficiency in Spanish (CEF level C1)
• International students (except for students of León University) have to provide proof of their proficiency in German (DSH test: level DSH1/compares to level B 2.1 or TestDaF: at least TDN 3 in all examination parts).
• Knowledge of English and Latin is recommended.

Please check https://www.philfak.uni-bonn.de/de/studium/studienangebot/bewerbung-zulassung.

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The programme offers good networking opportunities to establish contacts with a variety of cultural, political or social institutions.

Students of the University of Bonn can apply for a room in a dormitory of the "Studierendenwerk" Bonn (further information: www.studierendenwerk-bonn.de/en/accommodation). For further information regarding housing in Bonn, please visit our website: www.uni-bonn.de/housing.

For information regarding accommodation in León, see: www.unileon.es/estudiantes/alojamientos.

The University of Bonn has a central Career Service (www.uni-bonn.de/careerservice) that provides a range of advice and support about choosing a career and applying for jobs. Moreover, international students can join the iStart career programme (www.uni-bonn.de/istart), which teaches participants tangible knowledge and valuable skills that will enable them to write successful applications for jobs in Germany. The programme is geared toward giving students a successful career path both during and after their studies and thus making it easier for them to enter the job market.

The University of Bonn offers a range of different support programmes for international students. The Welcome Days (www.uni-bonn.de/welcomedays) before the start of every semester are an opportunity for new students from abroad to gather information on the most important issues, such as enrolment, registration with the local authorities, and opening a bank account. Getting to know fellow international and German students during recreational activities is another benefit of the Welcome Days.

The Study Buddy programme (www.uni-bonn.de/study-buddy) matches newly arrived international students (mentees) with a University of Bonn student (buddy) who helps them as they start their studies and adjust to life in Bonn. The buddies give tips, advice and assistance that make it easier for their mentees to become familiar with the university and get settled in Bonn.