General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
7 January 2025 – 5 February 2025
General admission period for Bachelor’s degree programmes:
7 July 2025 – 5 September 2025
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This is what makes the degree programme so special
After completing your Bachelor’s degree in Worlds of English, you can work in a wide range of professional fields, including the following areas:
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Lisa Svetina2020-03-25 11:14:042021-03-06 09:29:02Claudia Felsberger: Ich wollte schon immer Medienwissenschaften studierenIn Klagenfurt you can study at your own pace. To help you follow your path with confidence, we keep it clear of (bureaucratic) stumbling blocks and barriers. If you wish to reach your goal quickly and efficiently, we will always be there to support you. Our recommended course of study will guide you through the semesters. You work your way through the curriculum – making the most of opportunities to broaden your horizons and without wasting time. If you would like to know which courses await you before you start, take a look at the wide range of seminars and lectures.
Programme structure: a tabular overview
| Subject | Designation | ECTS credits | Recommended semester |
| Required subjects | Introductory and Orientation Period (STEOP) | 13 | 1 |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Language | 33 | 1-6 | |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Linguistics | 15 | 2-4 | |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Literature | 15 | 2-4 | |
| Basic Studies Culture | 9 | 2-4 | |
| Advanced Studies | 12 | 4-5 | |
| Guided electives | Linguistically Oriented Electives | 12 | 4-5 |
| Literary and Cultural Studies Oriented Electives | 12 | 4-5 | |
| Specialisation | 12 | 5-6 | |
| All offered courses | Work placement | Gender Studies | 12 | 1-6 | |
| Open electives | 20 | 1-6 | |
| Bachelor's thesis | 15 | ||
| Total | 180 |
Introductory and orientation period (STEOP)
The introductory and orientation period (STEOP) grants students an overview of the key elements of the degree programme and of the course of studies ahead. Thus, it provides a factual basis for the personal evaluation of the choice of degree programme.
As students must successfully complete the introductory and orientation period in order to continue their studies, it is recommended that this stage should be scheduled during the first semester. The introductory and orientation period within the Bachelor's degree programme Worlds of English at the University of Klagenfurt comprises the following courses ("Introduction to Linguistics 1", "Introduction to Literary Studies 1", "Introduction to Academic Language Studies", "British OR American OR Postcolonial Cultures: History and Society") and a placement test (modular examination: "Placement Test") amounting to a total of 13 ECTS credits. Further courses, for which the completion of the introductory and orientation period is a prerequisite, may not be taken before this stage has been completed. Prior to completing the STEOP, additional courses worth up to 22 ECTS credits may be taken.
Recommended course of study
The recommended course of study shows you an exemplary list of the courses you should attend in the first two semesters in order to create a good knowledge base and take the necessary examinations if you want to complete your studies within the minimum period of study. Certain courses are only offered once per academic year, but examinations can be taken on specific dates throughout the year. Some courses are offered in parallel at different time slots during the week so that there are enough places for all students – decide on a course here and register for it.
1st semester (Starting in the winter semester)
| DESIGNATION | SUBJECT | ECTS CREDITS | COURSE TITLE | TYPE OF COURSE |
| STEOP (Introductory and orientation period) |
Required subject 1.1 | 1 | Placement Test | FP* |
| Required subject 1.2 | 3 | Introduction to Linguistics I | VO | |
| Required subject 1.3 | 3 | Introduction to Literary Studies I | PS* | |
| Required subject 1.4 | 3 | British Culture: History and Society (in the winter semester)
or American Culture: History and Society (in the summer semester) or Postcolonial Cultures: History and Society |
VO | |
| Required subject 1.5 | 3 | Introduction to Academic Language Studies | KS* | |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Language | Required subject 2.1 | 3 | Language Awareness I | KS* |
| Required subject 2.2 | 3 | Language Productive and Receptive Skills | KS* | |
| Required subject 2.3 | 3 | English for Academic Purposes | KS* | |
| Required subject 2.4 | 3 | Pronunciation | KS* | |
| Required subjects, Guided electives D/E, Open electives | 5 | Choose from the courses of the Required subjects, the Guided electives D/E or the Open electives (see curriculum §§ 9, 10 and 11) | ||
| Total | 30 |
* Compulsory attendance
2nd semester
| DESIGNATION | SUBJECT | ECTS CREDITS | COURSE TITLE | TYPE OF COURSE |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Language | Required subject 2.5 | 3 | Language Awareness II** | KS* |
| Required subject 2.6 | 3 | Advanced Language Productive and Receptive Skills** | KS* | |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Linguistics | Required subject 3.1 | 3 | Introduction to Linguistics II** | VO |
| Required subject 3.2 | 3 | Development of English | VO | |
| Basic and Advanced Studies Literature | Required subject 4.1 | 3 | Introduction to Literary Studies II** | PS* |
| Required subject 4.2 | 3 | Literary Terminology and Practice of Interpretation | VO | |
| Basic Studies Culture | Required subject 5.1 | 3 | Topics in British Cultural Studies (Choose a course) | PS* |
| Required subjects, Guided electives D/E, Open electives | 9 | Choose from the courses of the Required subjects, the Guided electives D/E or the Open electives (see curriculum §§ 9, 10 and 11) | ||
| Total | 30 |
* Compulsory attendance
** For these courses, the completion of courses from the first semester is a prerequisite for participation. Detailed information can be found in the course description in the student portal and in the curriculum under § 13.
Studying abroad
As a student at King’s College in London, you can stroll through the streets of London between lectures and discover the multicultural metropolis, or why not spend a semester exploring Mississippi State University, which counts John Grisham among its former students? A period abroad offers you numerous opportunities to develop your professional skills and improve your language and intercultural competences at the same time. The experience you gain during a period abroad also plays an important role in understanding cultural studies. The world is yours to explore – and you can get started while you are still studying. For more information on international mobility during your degree programme, please refer to Section 7 of the curriculum.
This degree programme does not include a compulsory period abroad. However, we strongly encourage all students to complete part of their degree programme as a semester abroad at one of the University of Klagenfurt’s more than 250 partner universities worldwide. You need not worry about your finances – we offer plenty of scholarships. You will find everything you need to know about studying abroad on our Study Abroad page.
Internship
You can substitute the guided elective subject D (12 ECTS credits) with an internship in a country where English is used as lingua franca. This internship must be completed during the course of the degree programme and should comprise at least 300 hours. It is the responsibility of the competent programme director to decide whether the internship qualifies for recognition. Please refer to section 10 of the curriculum for more information.
There are no limits to your personal development. Enjoy the freedom that only a university degree can offer you and expand your horizons beyond your academic studies. You can pick and choose which competences will set you apart in the world of work in the future. We have lots to offer, for instance:
Continue to browse through this overview of all the elective subjects.
Admission to the degree programme must take place before the end of the general admission period (winter semester: 5 September | summer semester: 5 February).
A late admission until 31 October (winter semester) or 31 March (summer semester) can only be granted in exceptional circumstances.
Oxford Placement Test
For the Bachelor’s degree programme Worlds of English , you have to demonstrate proficiency in the English language at level B2 in the “Oxford Placement Test”, which is taken during the introductory phase of the programme. We advise you to take the Placement Test as early as possible. The Oxford Placement Test takes a maximum of 80 minutes and is taken online. The test is a prerequisite for certain courses in the curriculum.
We won’t abandon you, especially at the start of your studies!
Once you have completed the Bachelor's degree programme in Worlds of English you can continue straight on to one of the following degree programmes:
Is this the right degree programme for me?
Do you love to read books in English? Do you prefer to watch British films and series in their original language? Then a degree in Worlds of English could be interesting for you. Consider this: Choosing a degree programme or an occupation is a long-term process, and it’s ok to take plenty of time over it. If you would like some help with your decision, you can contact Student Counselling Services and make an appointment for a free consultation.
How do I start my academic studies at the University of Klagenfurt?
Our check list will help you to get started. We have compiled everything you need to know here – from registering online right up to enrolling for a degree programme.
Is it possible/mandatory to spend a semester abroad as part of this degree programme?
As a student of Worlds of English , you will certainly be interested in other countries, cultures and languages. We therefore warmly recommend that students complete part of their studies abroad. The experience you gain during your time abroad is a vital element of our cultural understanding.
We have a network of over 250 partner universities worldwide. If you would like to study somewhere else for a while, the world is yours to explore – make the most of this opportunity! You can find detailed information at: Study abroad
Can I work while I study?
The degree programme has not been designed for students who work part-time, though many of our students do work. It depends on your own ability to organise and your flexibility whether this is feasible for you. Some courses take place weekly and involve an attendance of approximately 2 hours. Others are blocked, e.g. over a weekend, from 9 to 5. You can create your own individual schedule. If you are looking for help with this, the ÖH (Austrian National Union of Students) can assist you!
Where can I find additional information? Who can I contact with questions?
Please refer to the Curriculum (PDF) and our website for further information on all aspects of studying. If you have additional questions, you can also contact the Programme Director directly.
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