Franco-German Master of Arts in Linguistics: Digital, Applied, Structural (LiDAS) / Sciences du Langage (SDL)

The Master of Arts in Linguistics: Digital, Applied, Structural (Linguistik: digital, angewandt, strukturell / Sciences du Langage) is a German-French double degree programme designed for students who have already acquired basic linguistic knowledge in a Bachelor’s or Licence programme with a focus on French. Through the joint programme at the two partner universities in Siegen (Germany) and Orléans (France), students will deepen and expand their knowledge and methodological skills, preparing them for research-based expert positions and (applied) linguistic research. Linguistics: Digital, Applied, Structural provides training in linguistic and methodological skills for language analysis using various types of digital corpora. An integrated semester abroad fosters academic and personal exchange across national borders, allowing students to become familiar with different academic traditions, new content, and diverse methodological approaches, while also encouraging personal development through international experience. The joint curriculum combines modules from the fields of (applied) linguistics and language practice, supplemented by interdisciplinary and practical components as well as a study project. The "Studium Generale" module provides opportunities for students to deepen subject-specific knowledge, broaden their academic horizons by interfaculty lectures, or gain practical experience through internships. Graduates are qualified for academic careers in linguistic research, including doctoral studies / PhD studies, and have access to a growing job market in areas such as language technology (e.g. language data analysis, web applications, data journalism). Additional career paths include adult education (e.g. coordination of continuing education programmes, management of language centres, or development of multimedia self-learning tools). Graduates may also pursue careers in communication-related roles in private companies or public institutions, such as media-supported corporate communications, public relations, or communication consulting - particularly in multilingual and intercultural contexts. The languages of instruction in the Master Linguistics: Digital, Applied, Structural are French, English, and – for students beginning their studies at the University of Siegen – German. The programme includes a mandatory integrated stay abroad. Students must complete at least one semester at the partner university. The structure ensures that students from both institutions study together as a joint Franco-German cohort for at least two semesters.  The programme comprises compulsory core modules as well as elective courses. First semester (30 ECTS): All participants study at their home university. University of Siegen: Languages of instruction: German, French, English Language in Use Language in the Media Language Structure and Variation Foreign Language Teaching Foreign Language Practice Studium Generale (interfaculty lectures) University of Orléans: Language of instruction: French Structural Linguistics Corpus Linguistics Academic Methodology Foreign Language Practice Modules in Didactics and Digital Technology or in Language Analysis and Processing Second semester (30 ECTS): All participants study at the University of Siegen. Languages of instruction: French and English (mandatory), German (optional) Linguistic Diversity Advanced Linguistic Studies and Empirical Methods Foreign Language Practice Professional Practice or Studium Generale Third semester (30 ECTS): All participants study at the University of Orléans. Language of instruction: French Language Change Contrastive Linguistics Corpus Linguistics Academic Writing Language Practice Modules in Didactics and Digital Technology or in Language Analysis and Processing Fourth semester (30 ECTS): Students choose the university where they wish to complete their Master's examination. The examination regulations of the chosen university apply. University of Siegen: Master's thesi