American studies

The major is offered under the MA in English Studies degree programme.

The aim of the specialization is to prepare future Americanists and Canadianists for professional work by delivering them knowledge of diplomatic processes, international law, intercultural and internatioanal relations combined with native-like fluency in English.

The programme also supports developing practical diplomatic skills and intercultural expertise which may be facilitated at all levels of intercultural relations. Graduates will be prepared to work as specialists in public administration units and as members of diplomatic corps. They skills they posess will make them valuable employees of territorial administration, local governments, or liaison managers in international companies. Such graduate will be an asset to all organizations seeking experts who have attained a near-native command of English and developed diplomatic skills neccessary in the context of business relations, political negotiations and intercultural mediation.

Students who have received a Bachelor's degree, a Master's degree or equivalent in English Studies or Philology: English or Applied Linguistics or Philology where English was the first language may apply for admission.

Admission for studies shall be determined by the place on the ranking list created based on the sum obtained from the final grade on the diploma and grade point average.