B.A. German Studies

This year is your introduction to and the beginning of your in-depth study of the German-speaking world. You will focus on contemporary Germany from a historical and social perspective with an exploration of the effects of the country’s re-unification.
Core units in this year include:

• German General Language Grade 1 and 2 OR German General Language Grade 3 and Language Project
• Introduction to German Studies
• The Making of Modern Europe 1500–1990
• Studying at University
• Developing Research Skills

Continue to study units in German language with the choice to start a beginner’s course in a third language if you wish. Preparation for your year abroad and preliminary work on your dissertation is also incorporated into this year.
Core units in this year include:

• German General Language Grade 3 and 4 OR German General Language Grade 4 and Language For Professional Communication 1
• Politics in Post-War Germany 1945-1990

Options to choose from in this year include:

• German Unity and its Consequences
• Text and Translation
• Business and Markets in Global Environment
• Nation, Language and Identity
• Culture and Ideas in Twentieth Century Europe
• Managing Across Cultures

Complete your dissertation in your final year and specialise in the topics that intrigue you the most.
Core units in this year include:

• German General Language Grade 6
• Language for Professional Communication 2
• Coming to Terms with the Nazi Past: 1945-Today

Options to choose from in this year include:

• Nazi Germany
• Translation Theory and Practice

*On this programme you will spend your third year in a German-speaking country.