Bachelor of Arts (German)

Description of the Programme

German is spoken by more than 200 million speakers worldwide, half of which speak it as their first language. After English, German is the second most used language on the internet. It is the official language of six European countries including Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg and Belgium. Bachelor of Arts in German degree programme offers students a chance to gain a high level of proficiency in the German language and culture through intensive language teaching and a critical analysis of Germany’s literature, history and culture. Graduates are prepared to communicate effectively in German, to function well in cross-cultural contexts and to contribute meaningfully to addressing today’s global challenges. Graduates will be expected to:

• Read German at a level at which critical literary and cultural analyses can be performed.
• Speak and comprehend German well enough to participate in all situations in daily life, including cultural, educational, business, and professional sectors of German life.
• Write and speak German sufficiently to participate in critical discussions and write critical essays.

Minimum Entry Requirements

GER

ENG/KIS