African Studies and Egyptology
Master of Arts (M.A. Dual Major)
| Standard period of study | 4 semesters |
|---|---|
| Start of study | Winter semester , Summer semester |
Course description
This degree programme offers solid training in the methods, theories and working techniques of African Studies and Egyptology through an interdisciplinary approach, leading to a specialisation in linguistics, Egyptology or cultural anthropology. The core focus is the analysis and description of the languages of Africa, including Egyptian, in their social, cultural and historical context.
Students must demonstrate their proficiency in an African language in the scope of 10 weekly hours per semester to register for their master thesis. Other language skills may have to be demonstrated upon admission to the master’s degree. You can find more information in the admission regulations.
In study profile 1, the Master's thesis is written in the subject African Studies and Egyptology. In this case, the modules BM1, AM1, two of the modules SM1 to SM8 and one of the modules EM1A to EM3 must be completed.
African Studies and Egyptology | |
Core Module 1 | |
BM 1: Language in Context | |
Advanced Module 1 | |
AM 1: Discussions and Debates | |
two of the Specialisation Modules 1 to 8 | |
SM 1: Theory and Methodology | SM 2: Histories of knowledge |
SM 3: Ethnography and Theory | SM 4: Advanced African Anthroplogy |
SM 5: Sprache und Textkultur im alten Ägypten | SM 6: Materielle Kultur und Kulturerbe Ägyptens |
SM 7: Kultur und Gesellschaft im alten Ägypten | SM 8: Ägyptologie in Bonn |
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EM 1A: Language Courses | EM 1B: Ägyptische Sprache und Schrift I |
EM 1C: Sprache und Textkultur im alten Ägypten: Vertiefung | EM 2: Applied Studies |
EM 3: Mobility | EM 4: Open Studies |
MASTER'S THESIS | |
In study profile 2, the Master's thesis is not written in African Studies and Egyptology. In this case, the modules BM1, EM4 and two of the modules SM1 to SM8 must be completed.
African Studies and Egyptology | |
Core Module 1 | |
BM 1: Language in Context | |
Supplementary Module 4 | |
EM 4: Open Studies | |
two of the Specialisation Modules 1 to 8 | |
SM 1: Theory and Methodology | SM 2: Histories of knowledge |
SM 3: Ethnography and Theory | SM 4: Advanced African Anthroplogy |
SM 5: Sprache und Textkultur im alten Ägypten | SM 6: Materielle Kultur und Kulturerbe Ägyptens |
SM 7: Kultur und Gesellschaft im alten Ägypten | SM 8: Ägyptologie in Bonn |
On successful completion of the master’s degree, you are able to begin doctoral studies in African studies, Egyptology or ethnology in order to pursue an academic career or go into research. Your degree programme also qualifies you for an internationally oriented, varied profession, e.g.:
- In research and development projects
- Within media (print media, broadcasting)
- In museums
- In librarianship
- Within public relations, advertising and tourism
- In culture management
- In international organisations
- In the consulting sector
- In work with migrants
- In various educational institutions
Course advice
The Departmental Advisors are available to answer subject-specific questions.
You can contact the Interdisciplinary Student Advisory Service if you would like to receive interdisciplinary advice, have specific questions, e.g. about subject combinations, recognition, change of location/transverse entry or graduation - or if you do not know who to contact with your questions.