University of Waterloo offers MA/MS in German, a master's degree in Linguistics & Language Studies programme in Waterloo, Canada. The programme runs for 12 months, delivered on campus. Tuition for international students is CAD 7,696 per semester.
Also offered as: Doctorate
At a glance
Degree:Master's Degree
Field:Linguistics & Language Studies
Duration: 12 months
Delivery: On Campus
International tuition: CAD 7,696 / semester
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Last checked September 2026 · Source: uwaterloo.ca ·
Program details
Overview
The Master of Arts in German builds on undergraduate study in the field through coursework in German Applied Linguistics, and Literature and Film Studies, with additional options in affiliated departments. Students pursue individual research interests within these areas and can gain university teaching experience through teaching assistantships and training. The program is completed on campus at the University of Waterloo over 12 months of full-time study, with admission offered for the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms. Applicants require a four-year bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in German with a minimum overall standing of 75%. The degree combines coursework with opportunities to specialize in linguistics, literary studies, or film studies, preparing graduates for further doctoral study or careers requiring advanced German-language expertise and cross-cultural competence.
Requirements
Minimum GPA:75.00 / %
Admission Requirements: Applicants require a four-year bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in German with a minimum overall standing of 75%. Admission is offered for the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms, with application deadlines of February 1 (September admission), June 1 (January admission), and October 1 (May admission). Applicants who do not meet Waterloo's institution-wide English proficiency exemption must submit TOEFL iBT 4.5 overall (5 in writing and speaking) or IELTS Academic 7.0 overall (6.5 in writing and speaking).
