Paths & Opportunities

After successfully completing an academic degree, there is the opportunity to continue your course at university in the master's program in American Studies at Goethe University and deepen your knowledge in a substantive way. The bachelor's degree also qualifies you to participate in other humanities master's programs, including those at other universities.

The humanities degree program in American Studies prepares students for careers in a wide range of industries. At the program start, students are not required to commit to a specific career path. Instead, they independently explore new professional fields throughout their studies, identifying areas they wish to pursue later. These industries can be experienced firsthand through hands-on training or internships. By combining American Studies with other subjects from various fields, students can qualify for specialized career paths and develop unique profiles.

Potential career opportunities after earning an academic degree include roles in publishing, libraries, museums, archives and documentation, translation, literature and cultural management, journalism, public relations, marketing, tourism, theatre, adult education, politics, economics, or an academic career at a university. The diverse career prospects associated with an American Studies degree call for independence and creativity.

For an overview of possible career profiles and fields, as well as interviews with alumni from Goethe University, visit the Career Service page "What Comes Next?"