German Studies at William & Mary
Are you interested in German cinema, film and media studies? Did you know that German is one of the most important languages in the world? William & Mary's German studies minor covers a wide array of German-centric topics and offers courses in all levels of German language for you to study. This minor can enhance your studies in history, international relations, government and film & media studies.
Path of Study
Applied Learning
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Courses
Learn about Conversation and Composition through Film (GRMN 206), Germans in Exile (GRMN 335) and Literature, Science and Culture in Germany (GRMN 386).*
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Research
Work on the student-run newspaper, Die Zeitung, or complete research or an internship during your study abroad.
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Study Abroad
Participate in summer-, semester- or year-long programs abroad in locations including the Universität Münster, Berlin, Munich and Freiburg.
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German House ("Das Haus")
Join your peers and an international fellow as part of this living-learning community that hosts social activities and a weekly Kaffeeklatsch (coffee hour).
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Student Resources
Discover more about our language placement, undergraduate tools, cultural opportunities, awards and funding, and research.
Alumni & Friends
Learn more about our alumni.
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Support Modern Languages
You can support the German Studies program by giving to the Else S. Diduk Endowment to support students taking German Studies classes abroad, the Dr. J. Richard Guthrie Scholarship to support research projects undertaken by German Studies majors in the U.S. or abroad, or the German Studies fund to support activities throughout the German Studies program. Your contribution to Modern Languages and Literatures help us offer our students the best possible learning experiences.
Contact Modern Languages
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Mailing Address
Department of Modern Languages & Literatures William & Mary P.O. Box 8795 Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795
Contact Us
- Email: mdll@wm.edu
- Phone: 757-221-3635
- Fax: 757-221-3637
Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.
