Graduate Programs

M.A. in European Studies

BGSU offers the only Master of Arts (M.A.) program in European studies in Ohio. A master’s in European cultural studies is designed to instill critical thinking, cultural fluency and analytical skills by covering key topics, such as European economics, politics, history, culture, language, media and law.

M.A. in German

A master's degree in German from BGSU readies graduates for real-world success with coursework that prioritizes advanced German language proficiency as well as skills in international communication, analytical reasoning, research and public speaking.

Graduate Certificate in German for Professionals and Educators

The graduate certificate in German for professionals and educators is designed to meet the needs of professionals working for businesses or international organizations with ties to a German-speaking country, as well as for teachers of German who require graduate credits for certification.

M.A. in Spanish

The BGSU World Languages and Cultures Department offers one of the best Spanish master’s degree programs in the Midwest. It’s the only master’s degree program where graduate students study abroad in Spain with a faculty-run campus for a semester or full year.   

Graduate Certificate in Spanish for Professionals and Educators

The BGSU online graduate certificate in Spanish for professionals and educators offers a flexible, part-time path to deepen your Spanish/Latin American cultural knowledge and language skills. BGSU offers one of the only fully online Spanish graduate certificates in Ohio.

Updated: 11/12/2025 03:22PM