Each study track offers 30 credits of specialised courses that give you deep knowledge of your chosen region or a transcultural perspective. Alongside your track, you complete joint studies shared by all students, a master's thesis and optional studies that let you tailor your degree to your interests and career goals.
In Asian Studies, you explore the diverse cultures and societies of Asia and the Asian diasporas.
You study art, media, economy and politics in China, India, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia, from historical roots to contemporary global significance.
In European Cultural Studies, you examine European identities, cultural forms and power structures, both within the EU and outside it.
You approach Europe from a cultural studies perspective that engages both with the past and the present, exploring themes such as cultural memory, visual and auditory cultures, and intercultural exchanges.
In Latin American and Caribbean Studies, you engage with a culturally rich continent and explore its history, urban development, politics, environmental issues and the arts.
The track emphasises global, social and cultural questions, combining perspectives from different disciplines alongside studies in Spanish or Portuguese.
In Middle Eastern Studies, you study the history, politics, cultures and religions of North Africa and West Asia.
You can also develop language skills in the region's languages.
In North American Studies, you combine perspectives from cultural studies, history, politics and Indigenous studies.
Together, these approaches help you understand the diverse societies of the United States and Canada.
In Transcultural Studies, you examine topics and themes that cross cultural and regional boundaries.
The role of media and communication in transcultural encounters is a central focus.