German Studies

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Foreign:$ 11.7 k / Year(s) Deadline: Mar 19, 2025
StudyQA ranking:1279 Duration:48 months

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Description

The German Studies program prepares its graduates for careers in business, history, political science, medicine, music, art history, psychology, philosophy, theology, and law, among others. Some courses in the natural sciences, if supplemented with readings in German, may also be applied toward the German studies major.

This is an interdisciplinary program housed in the Division of the Humanities. The program is administered by the German studies coordinator and the chair of the Division of Humanities.

The German studies curriculum includes the language, literature, and culture of German-speaking countries. The courses are designed to promote a global perspective by encouraging students to take a close look at another culture and in this way become aware of both the diversity and similarity among all people. The courses satisfy general education and major/minor requirements and prepare students for graduate study and future careers.

Detailed Course Facts

Application deadline March 19 Tuition fee
  • USD 11720 Year (International)
Start date 2016 Credits 120
Duration full-time 48 months Languages Take an IELTS test
  • English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time More information Go To The Course Website

Course Content

In the core courses for the German studies major, students develop a number of skills in German--including comprehension and speaking, and reading and writing--which prepare them to communicate effectively in German about everyday situations, literature, and culture. On all levels, students gain an awareness of the structure of languages and facility with the German idiom, enabling them to read and write reports and papers. In literature courses, students learn aesthetic appreciation through the interpretation of texts and to organize their thoughts for effective argumentation. Elective courses in German studies give students an interdisciplinary perspective, complementing the core courses in German with courses in history, art history, architecture, economics, music, film, and other fields relevant to German culture. Study abroad is strongly recommended to increase fluency and proficiency in the German language. The German studies program prepares its graduates for careers in business, history, political science, medicine, music, art history, psychology, philosophy, theology, and law, among others. Several courses in the natural sciences, if supplemented with readings in German, may also be applied toward the German studies major.

In light of today's increasingly interdependent world, the UMM German faculty strongly encourages study abroad in combination with a German Studies major or minor, as the most effective means by which to:
  • gain confidence in oneself personally and professionally
  • improve language abilities
  • broaden academic horizons
  • globalize one's world view
  • expand career opportunities
  • advance cross-cultural and problem-solving skills
Study in Austria and Germany--Students interested in a foreign study experience may spend a semester or a full year in Berlin (Humboldt University), Vienna (Center for Central European Studies), or Freiburg (University of Freiburg) through the Institute of European Studies. Language prerequisites vary for individual programs. Internships are available at all of them. Through the Learning Abroad Center, students may also participate in bilateral exchanges to Austria and Karl Franzens University in Graz and with the University of Salzburg.

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 5.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 79

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

take an IELTS test.

Requirements

Academic Requirements

To apply, your high school transcript should include the following:

  • Four (4) years of English;
  • Four (4) years of math including one year each of elementary algebra, intermediate algebra, and geometry;
  • Three (3) years of science with one year each of biological and physical science;
  • Three (3) years of social studies, including United States history;*
  • Two (2) years of a single second language.*

*Applicants missing this requirement will not be denied admission if they are otherwise admissible.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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