GERMAN STUDIES
- Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures
- College of Liberal Arts
- BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GERMAN STUDIES
- BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GERMAN STUDIES WITH TEACHING CERTIFICATION
- BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (GERMAN)
BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GERMAN STUDIES:
- A major in German Studies consists of 30 semester hours in German courses above the 100-level, including the basic language sequence, 10 hours on the 300 level (to include 320AB) and 9 hours on the 400 level (including 410), and a Senior Project for 3 hours. An additional 18 hours of Area Studies is also required, including HIST 334 and SPCM 301i. Additional Area Studies courses may be selected from Art History, Economics, History, Philosophy, Political Science, or other departments by prior approval. A minor in German consists of 18 semester hours in courses above the 100 level. For specific courses, click here to see a current copy of the Bachelor of Arts in Program of Studies check sheet.. Information on what is needed for a German Minor is also on the check sheet.
Transfer students who major in a foreign language must complete a minimum of 12 semester hours in language courses at SIUC.
- Click here for German Course Titles.
- Click here to check out the German Section Home Page.
- The B.A. program in foreign language meets the objectives of students preparing for employment in language-centered careers or in non-language areas where language proficiency is a supporting factor. Government agencies and businesses with international dealings employ great numbers of individuals-scientists, engineers, librarians, social workers--whose primary skills are basically non-linguistic, but who can enhance their employment and career possibilities with appropriate training in foreign languages.Great personal satisfaction and substantial growth in intellectual resources can be found in the mastery of a new language.A degree in Foreign Language and International Trade (FLIT) is one option in the foreign language program for those students who would like to combine a major in a foreign language with a strong background in international business. This program culminates in an overseas internship. For further information, contact the FLIT Office. A specialization in Foreign Language and International Public Service is another option offered the French, German, and Spanish degree programs. This specialization is designed for those students who would like to combine the study of a foreign language with another discipline or their choice to enhance their marketability after graduation. Click on the language for further information.Students majoring in a foreign language usually begin at the second or third level. Students who have taken two years of one foreign language in high school (or equivalent) may earn proficiency credit through taking a proficiency examination in Latin, at SIUC Testing Services, or in Chinese, Greek, or Japanese, at the foreign languages and literatures department. The Department of Foreign Languages and Literatures will honor CLEP exams in French, German, and Spanish. As an alternative, or for additional credit, students who can enter at the 200 level or above are encouraged to take a validating course. Since credit of up to 16 hours is available, such students are in an advantageous position to complete a double major.
- BACHELOR OF ARTS IN GERMAN STUDIES WITH TEACHING CERTIFICATION
- A major in German with teaching certification consists of 30 semester hours in courses above the 100-level, including the basic language sequence, 10 hours on the 300 level (to include 320AB) and 6 hours on the 400 level (including 410), FL 436 (Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages), and a Senior Project for 3 hours. An additional 18 hours of Area Studies is also required, including HIST 334 and SPCM 301i. Additional Area Studies courses may be selected from Art History, Economics, History, Philosophy, Political Science, or other departments by prior approval. For specific courses, click here to see a copy of the current Bachelor of Arts German Studies major (with teaching certification) check sheet. You should also contact the advisors in the College of Education concerning specific requirements for Teacher Education. It is also highly recommended that students interested in a career in high school teaching minor or double major in a second field to make them more marketable.
- BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN EDUCATION (GERMAN)
- While it is entirely acceptable to pursue your bachelor's degree and teaching certificate through the College of Education, we believe that the Liberal Arts degree is more marketable and advantageous to your future. This is especially true for students who for whatever reason change their minds about the teaching profession and decide to go into another field before they graduate. The Bachelor of Arts degree allows for greater flexibility and is equally acceptable in the teaching profession.
CHECK OUT THE POSSIBILITIES FOR STUDY ABROAD IN A GERMAN SPEAKING COUNTRY! Affordable opportunities are available in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Click here for the programs sponsored by the Department or visit the Study Abroad Office.
- GERMAN STUDIES
- Bachelor of Arts Degree, College of Liberal Arts
- (without secondary school teaching certificate)
- University Core Curriculum Requirements …………...……………………………………………. (3) + 38 To include ENGL 101, ENGL 102, FL 301i
- College of Liberal Arts……………………………………………..……………………………………… (11)
- (one year foreign language - 8)
- (additional English compositionor WAC-approved foreign language course - 3, e.g. 320b)
Foreign Language……………………………………………………………………………………………… 30
- 200 level: 201a,b ………………………………………………………………….……………….……… 8
- 300 level: 320AB, 330 or 335A or 335B 0r 380 (GER 320b fulfills
- CoLA Writing-Across-the Curriculum requirement ………………..........…………........…….……. 10400 level: 410, two additional 400-level courses…………………………………………………..…… 9(German 410 fulfills the CoLA requirement for a second departmental writing-intensive course.)Senior Project ……………………………………………………….….…….. 3
- Oral/Written language Proficiency ...........................................................................................................0
- Area Study Courses...…………………………………………………………………………………………... 29 HIST 334...................................................................................................................................................................3 SPCM 301i ...............................................................................................................................................................3 Additional Area Study Course Suggestions: ..................................................................................................12 Art history: 347,357,417,427 and 437; Economics: 302i, 329 and 429; History: 101, 201,205,326,425ab, 444; Philosophy: 306, 468, 474;
- Political Science: 170, 207, 250, 372i, 480
General Electives...............................................................................................................................................................34
Total ………………. .. ………………………………………………………………………………………… 120
- Programs of Studies in
- GERMAN STUDIES
- Bachelor of Arts Degree, College of Liberal Arts
- University Core Curriculum Requirements …………...……………………………………………. (3) + 38 To include ENGL 101, ENGL 102, FL 301i
- College of Liberal Arts……………………………………………..……………………………………… (11)
- (one year foreign language - 8)
- (additional English compositionor WAC-approved foreign language course - 3, e.g. 320b)
Foreign Language……………………………………………………………………………………………… 30
- 200 level: 201a,b ………………………………………………………………….……………….……… 8
- 300 level: 320AB, 330 or 335A or 335B 0r 380 (GER 320b fulfills
- CoLA Writing-Across-the Curriculum requirement ………………..........…………........…….……. 10400 level: 410, FL 436, one additional 400-level German course………..………………………..…… 9(German 410 fulfills the CoLA requirement for a second departmental writing-intensive course.)Senior Project ……………………………………………………….….…….. 3
- Oral/Written language Proficiency ...........................................................................................................0
- Area Study Courses...…………………………………………………………………………………………... 29 HIST 334...................................................................................................................................................................3 SPCM 301i ...............................................................................................................................................................3 Additional Area Study Course Suggestions: ..................................................................................................12 Art history: 347,357,417,427 and 437; Economics: 302i, 329 and 429; History: 101, 201,205,326,425ab, 444; Philosophy: 306, 468, 474;
- Political Science: 170, 207, 250, 372i, 480
General Electives...............................................................................................................................................................34
Total ………………. .. ………………………………………………………………………………………… 120
- Programs of Studies in
- GERMAN
- Bachelor of Science Degree, College of Education
- University Core Curriculum Requirements …………...……………………………………………. (3) + 38 To include ENGL 101, ENGL 102, FL 301i
- College of Liberal Arts……………………………………………..……………………………………… (11)
- (one year foreign language - 8)
- (additional English compositionor WAC-approved foreign language course - 3, e.g. 320b)
- 200 level: 201a,b ………………………………………………………………….……………….……… 8
- 300 level: 320AB, 330 or 335A or 335B 0r 380 (GER 320b fulfills
- CoLA Writing-Across-the Curriculum requirement ………………..........…………........…….……. 10400 level: 410, FL 436,one additional 400-level German course……………………...........……..…… 9(German 410 fulfills the CoLA requirement for a second departmental writing-intensive course.)Senior Project ……………………………………………………….….…….. 3
- Oral/Written language Proficiency ...........................................................................................................0
- Area Study Courses...…………………………………………………………………………………………... 29 HIST 334...................................................................................................................................................................3 SPCM 301i ...............................................................................................................................................................3 Additional Area Study Course Suggestions: ..................................................................................................12 Art history: 347,357,417,427 and 437; Economics: 302i, 329 and 429; History: 101, 201,205,326,425ab, 444; Philosophy: 306, 468, 474;
- Political Science: 170, 207, 250, 372i, 480
- Education Requirements ………………………………………………………………........…………..……… 31
- Professional Education Requirements ………………….................................………………..28
- See Teacher Education Program
- Psychology 102 ……………………………………………….................................……………. 3
Foreign Language……………………………………………………………………………….…………… 30
Total ……………………………………………………………………………………….............……………128
German courses above 100 level ………………………………………………………………..………… 18
- 200 level: 201 a,b ………………………………………………………………………………… 8
- 300 level: 320a,b ………………………………………………………………………….……… 7
- German electives (300 or 400 level including at least one regularly scheduled course) .…........ 3
- 126-8 (4, 4) Elementary German.
- 201-8 (4, 4) Intermediate German.
- 202-2 (1, 1) Intermediate German Conversation.
- 320-7 (4, 3) Advanced Composition and Conversation.
- 330-3 Introduction to German Literature.
- 335-3 Survey of German Literature.
- 370-3 Contemporary Germany.
- 371-3 Cultural History of Germany.
- 380-3 Modern German Prose.
- 390-1 to 6 (1 to 3, 1 to 3) Directed Language Learning Activity.
- 410-3 Advanced Language Study.
- 411-3 Linguistic Structure of Modern German.
- 412-3 History of the German Language.
- 435-3 Business German.
- 440-3 Studies in Early German Literature.
- 450-3 Studies in 18th Century Literature.
- 455-3 Studies in l9th Century Literature.
- 480-3 Studies in 20th Century Literature.
- 488-3 Advanced German as a Research Tool.
- 490-1 to 6 (1 to 3, 1 to 3) Independent Study in German.
- 493-3 to 9 (3 per topic) Seminars in Special Topics in Literature and Language.
Please remember that this information is provided as guidelines for your convenience. Although we strive to keep the information up-to-date, the information presented here is no substitute for the SIUC Undergraduate Catalog.