The German Major and Minor

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THE MAJOR

Students majoring in German develop language skills in their cultural and literary context. The international and humanistic emphasis makes the German major an appropriate companion to technical and career-oriented concentrations. Numerous opportunities are available, including programs of study abroad, interdisciplinary programs, and Fulbright and German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) scholarships.

The German major offers two tracks: 1) German and 2) German Studies

German
Requirements: Ten courses, which may include two courses below the 100 level. Eight of the ten courses must be at the 100 level or above, including at least two at the 200 level. These must normally include the advanced German language and culture courses, German 117S and 118S (or the equivalent taught in Berlin, German 119S, two courses) and either of the Intro to German Literature courses, German 121S or 122S. Of departmental courses taught in English, only one may count toward the major.

German Studies
Requirements: Ten courses, which may include two courses below the 100 level. Courses below the 100 level may include German or other Germanic language courses, or courses taught in other departments that evince a clear focus on German culture, society, and history. Courses above the 100 level must normally include German 117S and 118S (or the equivalents taught in Berlin: German 119S, two course credits), and at least two courses at the 200 level. A maximum of 3 courses may be courses with German content taught in English, either in the German department or in other departments. Courses taken in other departments must be approved by the director of undergraduate studies in the German department.

Departmental Graduation with Distinction
Qualified students (see the section on honors in the Undergraduate Bulletin) may apply or be invited to apply for Graduation with Distinction. The application deadline is preregistration for the fall semester of the senior year. Further information may be obtained from the director of undergraduate studies or the departmental honors representative.

THE MINOR

German
Requirements: Five courses at the 100 level or above, only one of which may be taught in English.

German Studies
Requirements: Five courses at the 100 level or above, at least three of which must be taught in German. Two of the five courses may be taken in other departments with the approval of the director of undergraduate studies in German, provided such courses evince a clear focus on German culture, society, and history.

PRINTABLE MAJOR/MINOR WORKSHEETS

German Major
German Minor
German Studies Major
German Studies Minor

DECLARING A GERMAN MAJOR/MINOR
Students seeking to declare the major should arrange for a meeting with the Director of Undergraduate Studies.

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