German Program

Degree Requirements

Degree: Bachelor of Arts with a major in German.

Major: 27 credits in German above the intermediate level, including GMN 340. At least 6 credits must be in the 400 level writing process courses. For teaching certification, FLG 360 is required.

A comprehensive study of modern teaching methods, with emphasis on practicing basic classroom skills for elementary through secondary school level instruction. Prerequisite: FRN 202, GMN 202 or SPA 202. 3 credits.
A listening comprehension class presenting spoken German from a variety of sources and in various registers. In addition, the course introduces Germanic linguistics and the comparative phonetics of English and German. Prerequisite: GMN 202 or equivalent. 3 credits.
† indicates a required course

Minor: 18 credits in German above the elementary level. Courses in advanced conversation and composition as well as in culture are strongly recommended.

Our program in Berlin, Germany allows students to complete 8 credits of intermediate or advanced German in one semester. Students also enroll in courses in German civilization taught in English.