Master Degree in European Languages, Cultures and Societies in Contact
Entidades parceiras: Université de Poitiers, Universidad de Salamanca - USAL, Friedrich-Schiller-Universität Jena, Universitatea Alexandru Ioan Cuza, University of Turku, Università degli studi di Pavia
General Objectives of the Course
The Master's Degree in European Languages, Cultures and Societies in Contact (MELCSiC) provides students with specialisedtheoretical, methodological and practical training in the fields of language and cultural contact in European societies to respond to the
challenges of increasingly mobile, as well as cultural and linguistically diverse environments. It is aimed at graduates in the
humanities and social sciences and trains future professionals and researchers who aim at:
1. acquiring in-depth knowledge of the European linguistic and cultural landscapes and corresponding societies;
2. improving communication skills in multilingual and multicultural environments;
3. developing sensitivity and critical awareness to linguistic and cultural diversity;
4. improving learners' intercultural competences for the European labour market;
5. acquiring and implementing advanced research methods in the academic fields of language and cultural contact and diversity.
Admission Requirements
a) BA graduates or equivalent according to the principles of the European Space for Higher Education in the areas of Modern Languages, Cultures and Literatures, Art Studies, European Studies, History and Geography, among other areas of the SocialSciences and Humanities;
b) Those with an educati onal, scientific or professional CV recognized by the official scientific authority of the University of Coimbra as showing competence to undertake this cycle of studies;
Certified advanced knowledge (B2-C1, according to the Common European Framework) of at least two of the following languages: Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Romanian, and adequate knowledge of English (B2).
The recognition mentioned in b) is only effective when considered an entry requirement for this cycle of studies and cannot be understood as conferring the equivalence to a BA degree or to its recognition.
See further information on EC2U website https://ec2u.eu/ec2u-master-programmes
Candidates should check the admission requirements available on this site, in addition to the information provided here.
Professional Goals
Specialized professionals in European languages, cultures, intercultural communication and the management of linguistic and cultural diversity. Depending on their interests and the profile they have gained through their courses’ choice, a wide range of careers is attainable: Multilingual project managers; Diplomats at intermediate and high levels of organisations; Teachers-researchers; Bilingual communication officers; Journalists; Project officers; Mobility consultants; Cultural and linguistic mediators.Mode of Study
DaytimeTeaching / Evaluation language(s)
Official academic languages of EC2U universities and English.Examination Regulations, Assessment and Grading
As assessment is a pedagogical activity inseparable from the teaching process, its aim is to establish the students' competencies and knowledge, their critical sense, ability to recognize and resolve problems, as well as their written and oral presentation skills. Students may only register for exams for classes they are currently enrolled. The following are examples of assessment items: Oral or written exams, written or practical work, individual and group projects that may require an oral defense, as well as class participation. Assessment for each class may include one or more of the above mentioned items. Grading is based on a scale of 0 to 20 and a grade of 10 is required to pass. Whenever the grade comprises more than one.Learning Objectives and Intended Skills
By the end of the course, the student will be able to1. Construct theoretical and practical knowledge about European linguistic and cultural-historical elements, their contact zones from
specific methodological angles in linguistics, literary and cultural studies, humanities and social sciences (texts to archives, material
and digital).;
2. Understand and articulate complex ideas in original autonomous ways, identify and solve problems in contexts of inter- and
multidisciplinary research on European languages, literatures, cultures and societies in contact.;
3. Develop critical ethical intercultural awareness and reflexivity in formulating and applying knowledge, analysing, synthesizing,
organizing, communicating findings to distinct publics, hence developing teamwork and management skills for multilingual, culturally
diverse teams;
4. Carry out advanced critical research in related fields, engaging in intercultural communication and dialogue in international
professional contexts.
Course Coordinator(s)
Alberto Sismondini
sarvagi@fl.uc.pt
Maria Clara Bicudo de Azeredo Keating
maria.keating@fl.uc.pt
ECTS Departmental Coordinator(s)
Maria Clara Bicudo de Azeredo Keating
maria.keating@fl.uc.pt
Recognition of Prior Learning
The recognition of prior learning is carried out according to the Academic Policy of the University of Coimbra.Qualification Requirements and Regulations
The relevant legislation for the award of the Master's degree is DL 74/2006, of March 24, in the current wording; DL 782/2009, July 23rdGraduation Requirements
120 ECTS, obtained according to the joint multilateral and mobility plan approved by the EC2U consortium, https://ec2u.eu/ec2u-master-programmes/european-languages-cultures-and-societies-in-contact
Access to Further Studies
3rd cycleStudy Programme
2026-2027
Course Type
2nd Cycle Studies - Advanced Specialisation Master Programme
DGES Code: ME94
Qualification Awarded: Mestre
Duration: 2 Year(s)
ECTS Credits: 120.0
Category: Advanced specialization second cycle
Applications
Call for Applications
Accreditations
- Agência de Avaliação e Acreditação do Ensino Superior
- 2023-07-31 a 2029-07-31
- Direcção Geral de Ensino Superior
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Nº Registo: R/A-Cr 42/2024
- 2024-02-08