The Master
of Arts
allows students to further explore two disciplines studied at the Bachelor level. Students may choose elective modules consisting of a number of courses and seminars. They must also write a dissertation related to their primary area of study and take required course modules.
Apart from the 29 disciplines offered by the Faculty of Humanities at the Master's level, students may also apply for:
- A Master at the Global Studies Institute:
- Master in European Studie
- Master Central and Eastern Europe, Central Asia and the Caucasus
- Master in Middle Eastern Studies
- Master in African Studies
- Master in Global Health
www.unige.ch/gsi/fr/formations/masters
- An interdisciplinary Master in social sciences at the Faculty of social sciences
www.unige.ch/sciences-societe/formations/masters
Admission based on application.
Programme length
1.5 years (3 semesters)
Languages of instruction
French
Except for disciplines involving modern languages (Spanish, Italian, English and German), where courses are offered in the relevant language.
Conditions of registration
Admission Conditions
A Bachelor of Arts with at least 60 credits in the given discipline, or an equivalent degree. Additional courses may be required depending on prior studies.
Applications
Deadline for Fall Semester for candidates that hold a foreign bachelor's degree: 28 February 2024
(30 April 2024 for candidates that hold a Swiss bachelor's degree at the start of the next academic year AND, according to their nationality, are not subject to a visa for entry into Switzerland for more than 90 days, according to Swiss government requirements and regardless of their current place of residence, or for candidates holding a Swiss residence permit that is valid beyond 30 April.)
Deadline for Spring Semester: to be checked on the website of the Admissions Office
The Master of Arts
- Chosen discipline (36 credits):
- 3 teaching modules.
- 2 elective modules (24 credits)
- Dissertation (30 credits)
The Master of Arts is offered in the following branches:
1. Classical archaeology
2. Egyptology and Coptic
3. Chinese studies*
4. Classical studies
5. Japanese studies
6. Medieval studies*
7. Mesopotamian studies
8. Russian studies
9. French as a foreign language*
10. Ancient history
11. Art history*
12. History and anthropology of religions
13. General history*
14. Transnational history*
15. English language and literature*
16. Armenian language and literature
17. French language and literature*
18. Greek language and literature*
19. Italian language and literature
20. Latin language and literature
21. German language, literature and civilisation*
22. Arab language, literature and civilisation
23. Hispanic language, literature and civilisation*
24. Linguistics
25. Comparative literature*
26. Musicology*
27. Philosophy*
* Also available during the Spring semester.
Mobility
Master's students are encouraged to go on exchange, if possible for a single semester, given the duration of the programme. Students may go on exchange regardless of how many credits they have completed at the Faculty. Under regulations, students may earn no more than 24 credits (2 modules) while on exchange. The dissertation cannot be substituted.
Professional Prospects
Unlike other fields of study, Arts degrees are not geared toward a specific career and graduates generally need to gain additional experience on the job.
Job opportunities may be found in the following areas: teaching, journalism, radio, television, publishing, libraries, documentation centres, archives, bookshops, museums, heritage protection organisations, international organisations, diplomacy, private companies, banks, administration, staff management, tourism, public relations, cultural activities, art dealerships, galleries, and literary, linguistic or philosophical research and writing, etc.
Contact information
Academic Advisors
Master
Ms Sandra Rubal
T. +41 (0)22 379 73 11
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Master Admissions, post-graduate studies, applicants without a Swiss school-leaving diploma, advanced standing
Mr Olivier Frutiger
T. +41 (0)22 379 73 13
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Exchanges
M. Nicolas Fornerod
T. +41 (0)22 379 73 18
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Ancient History
Arab Language, Literature and Civilisation
Armenian Language and Literature
Art History
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Chinese Studies
Classical Archaeology
Classical Studies
Comparative Literature
Presentation
Student testimonials
Egyptology and Coptic
English Language and Literature
Presentation
Student testimonials
French Language and Literature
French Language and Literature
General History
Presentation
German Language, Literature and Civilisation
Greek Language and Literature
Hispanic Language, Literature and Civilisation
History and Anthropology of Religions
Italian Language and Literature
Japanese Studies
Latin Language and Literature
Linguistics
Medieval Studies
Mesopotamian Studies
Musicology
Philosophy
Russian Studies
Transnational History