Master of Arts in Linguistics and Literary Studies

About this programme

Did you start your study programme at VUB in academic year 2023-2024? You can find your courses via this overview of our study programmes. Did you start your study programme at VUB in academic year 2024-2025? You can find your courses via this overview of our study programmes. Did you start your study programme at VUB in academic year 2025-2026? You can find your courses via this overview of our study programmes. IMPORTANT: Make sure you opt for the correct programme code - 00722 - when you apply, because a similar programme with the same title exists for the Dutch-taught programme (which requires a high knowledge of and proficiency in Dutch if you wish to enrol). At the start of your bachelor's programme, you'll choose two major languages from the six languages we offer (seven including our optional module Chinese you can choose from the third year onwards): Dutch, French, English, German, Spanish and Italian. These two languages will form the basis of your study programme , which consists of 60 ECTS on a yearly basis. All courses are taught in the target language, and students need to meet the following language requirements: In the first year , you will practice your language proficiency and learn the basics of linguistic and literary analysis. In year two , you continue to perfect your language proficiency and the insights acquired in the first year, you hone your skills in critical thinking and develop your capacity to analyse, discuss and present linguistic and literary research. During the final year , the first semester is marked by internationalisation. You ca