Concentration in German Studies
The German Studies concentration consists of 27 credits (nine courses) in the German section plus 6 credits from outside the department (courses chosen in consultation with advisor). Of the courses taken in the German section, two may be taken in English. Students must also fulfill the concentration writing proficiency and concentration computing proficiency requirements, as defined below.
Required courses in the German section (4):
- German 207 "Introduction to German Studies: in German and English " (gateway course for concentrators)
- German 320 "Great Moments in German Literature " This course will function as a survey of great German texts as well as an advanced writing and grammar course. It replaces the 305 and 208 courses.
- German 307 "German Cultural History "
- German 408 "Senior Seminar " (capstone event for German concentrators)
Elective Courses in the German section (5):
- One course above 202 (may be in English)
- Two courses at 300 level or above (one may be German 387 or, with permission of the instructor, GER150W, which are both in English).
- Two courses at 400 level
Concentration Writing Proficiency
Students will fulfill the concentration writing proficiency requirement by receiving a C- or higher in German 320, German 333, German 334, or German 335.
Concentration Computing Proficiency
Students will fulfill the concentration computing proficiency requirement by successfully completing Ger 207 and the capstone seminar, German 408.
Concentrators are strongly encouraged to take advantage of opportunities for study abroad in a German-speaking country. Courses taken in study abroad programs can count toward concentration requirements.
