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Are you interested in studying in the international European Languages, Cultures and Societies in Contact master's program - come and listen to the info on 14.12.

08.12.2022

In 2023, the University of Turku will open the international, multilingual, master's program European Languages, Cultures and Societies in Contact (120 ECTS) based on the cooperation of European universities. Application period 4-18 January 2023. An information session about the program will be organised on zoom on 14.12. at 14:00-15:00 (Finnish time, which means 13:00-14:00 CET).

Research at the Department of German

The Department of German trains language experts and conducts research on language, culture and translation. One of the central research topics in the department is the German language and multilingualism in Finland. In the strategy of the University of Turku, the central lines of research include cultural memory and societal change, as well as themes connected with children, youth and learning.

Studying at the Department of German

Studies at the Department of German prepares you for many kinds of language expert positions at home or abroad. You can choose a specialization as a teacher, translator or researcher – and by making smart choices among the many minor subjects available you can prepare yourself for a wide variety of career opportunities. Your a profound knowledge of the German language and your ability to understand the culture in the German-speaking area will be an important asset.

Department of German

The Department of German trains language experts and conducts research on language, culture and translation. Our research activities include a wide range of topics, with the German language as  a common denominator. We are also experts in the area of teaching and learning language skills and other skills related to language use