Dr. Thomas Messerli

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Biography

Thomas Messerli specializes in Anglophone Linguistics and Literary Studies, focusing on the intersection of language and literature. He works within a vibrant academic environment at the University of Basel, where he is involved in both teaching and research activities. His academic contributions are reflected in various scholarly publications and presentations within his field. Messerli is recognized for his dedication to student engagement and innovative teaching methods, fostering an enriching learning experience for his students. His research interests encompass a wide range of topics pertaining to language use in literature and cultural contexts. Through his work, he aims to deepen the understanding of linguistic phenomena in Anglophone literary works and contribute to ongoing discussions in the field of linguistics and literary studies.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Basel • Basel, Switzerland

Lectures in the field of Anglophone Linguistics and Literary Studies, engaged in curriculum development and student assessment.

Requirements for University of Basel

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field with at least 180 ECTS Specific ECTS requirements in core subjects (e.g., 90 ECTS in Math/CS for Data Science)
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate or current transcript of records
  • Diploma Supplement (if available)
  • CV/Resume
  • Copy of valid passport or ID card
  • Evidence of language proficiency (C1 level recommended for English/German programs)
  • Proof of payment of application fee (CHF 100)
Specialization Notes

The University of Basel generally requires C1 level proficiency in the language of instruction. For most English-taught Masters, TOEFL (min 92-95) or IELTS (min 7.0) is the standard.