After successfully completing his/her studies the graduate is able to:

• have written and spoken Macedonian language competence at the high level
• acquire a thorough knowledge of literary and cultural theory and literature and culture of Macedonia and neighboring Balkan countries
• have a deep knowledge of diachronic and synchronic linguistic theories, including the history of Macedonian language
• acquire a good knowledge of specific issues and eras in historical development of Macedonia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Albania and Greece
• work independently and conduct critical analyses

Graduates with this degree have a comprehensive philological and area-studies education, which qualifies them for educational and scholarly jobs, jobs in cultural institutions, in tourism, in journalism, as specialists on editorial boards, in low- and mid-level management in firms, in translating specialized and literary texts, in interpreting and as experts.