Worlds of English
| Award | Attendance | Study | Duration | Start | Domestic fees | International fees |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA | On-Campus | Full-time | 6 | October, March | find out | €751 per semester |
About Worlds of English, BA - at University of Klagenfurt
English is by far the most spoken language across the world with almost 2 billion first and second language speakers. In addition, English is the principal common language internationally and the world's foremost global language. Are you also fascinated by the worlds of English languages and cultures?
Why not become an intercultural expert of language, literature, and culture and join the Bachelor's degree programme Worlds of English!
Are you fascinated by the English language or English literatures and cultures? For fans of English, we can offer a Bachelor's degree programme that will teach you comprehensive knowledge and skills: Firstly, you will learn the English language to a very high standard and will be able to see through its structures and functions. In this way, you will not only become proficient as a speaker and writer of English, but you will also learn how the language develops, diversifies and is used for specific effects and purposes.
Secondly, we will also introduce you to the cultures of the anglophone countries. We look at what shaped these countries historically and what their cultural position is today. The benefits to you are clear: Nowadays, intercultural skills are considered to be key competences which you can rely on throughout your professional life!
Graduates of the Bachelor's programme Worlds of English become experts in the English language, linguistics, literature and in anglophone cultures. Students learn in direct exchange with our internationally respected lecturers and scholars of English, not only in Klagenfurt, but also in English-speaking countries. Would you like to improve your English alongside the canals of Birmingham? Or maybe you are drawn to multicultural Hong Kong or the University of New England in Armidale, Australia? We strongly encourage all our students to spend part of their studies in anglophone regions and have excellent contacts to facilitate these exchanges. Discover the English (language) worlds for yourself, and you'll soon become a versatile expert! The language skills you acquire will serve you well all your life!
Entry requirements
Contact University of Klagenfurt to find course entry requirements.
Why study at University of Klagenfurt
YOU'RE OUR NUMBER ONE!
At the University of Klagenfurt, the average number of students per professor is 38. In other words, you are never just a number - our lectures know you personally, challenge you academically, and support you throught your studies.
NO UNIVERSITY FEES.
As a state univeristy in Austria, the University of Klagenfurt can offer your study programme free of charge. If you complete your studies promptly, there are no costs for you as an EU/EEA citizen (except the ÖH student union fee of around € 25 per semester).
AFFORDABLE LIVING.
Klagenfurt is one of Austria's cities where the cost of living remains refreshingly affordable. Rooms in student residences or shard flats as well as small studio apartments can be had for around € 350 to € 600. Certain programmes offer scholarships you can apply for.
INTERNATIONAL ATMOSPHERE.
You can enjoy the international atmosphere here on the university campus. With students and staff from all over the world, the University of Klagenfurt is a stimulating meeting place where we celebrate multi-faceted diversity.