American Studies

This MA program in American Studies is designed to provide students with an in-depth knowledge of the US, its society, history, cultures, and literature. In the first stage of the training, students do introductory courses in US literature, history and culture, while later they have the opportunity to study intellectual history, political, popular as well as visual culture, Hungarian-US relations, gender, and identity. Rigorous coursework includes gaining knowledge about theoretical problems and research direction, the structure of US history and society in North America, and majority and minority populations. The program develops abilities to analyze and process information in a critical manner. Research areas cover intellectual and cultural history, visual culture and film studies. During the program there is a focus on developing research and publication skills. Graduates of the Faculty usually choose their careers in cultural and public administration, the tourist industry, international business companies, teaching, translation, journalism, academia, editing, diplomacy, international relations, media, project management or local government.