The German studies major provides students with the opportunity to become proficient in German language while also becoming knowledgeable about social, historical, and political factors that shape and define German-speaking cultures. By nature the German studies major is interdisciplinary, and it creates connections among a number of disciplines which are cornerstones of the liberal arts tradition. The combination of these courses under a cohesive curriculum allows students to gain proficiency in German language while also learning to think and reason across disciplinary boundaries. Additionally, the current trend toward globalization means that students must become not only informed citizens and leaders within their own community and country but also in the world at large. By becoming knowledgeable in global political and social processes through German studies, students will learn to understand complex international relationships and gain an appreciation for different cultures. The German studies major supports students in their developing roles as leaders in their community and the world.

All students pursuing a major in German studies must complete 18 upper-division credit hours of German courses and 9 upper-division credit hours from at least two of the following disciplines: philosophy, history, political science, fine arts, and theology. Students are also required to spend at least six weeks studying German in a German-speaking country. Options for study abroad include the University’s year-long program in Salzburg, Austria; German-immersion courses in Salzburg during a summer session; and IES programs in Freiburg, Vienna, and Berlin. Students should plan their study abroad so that they take at least one additional German course upon returning to the home campus.

University Core Requirements -- 39 hours

College Requirements, B.A. -- 21 hours

Hrs.
3	Effective Communication (CST 100)
3	PHL 33x -- Metaphysics
15	Credits of upper-division courses outside the primary major, 9 of which must come from 3 different disciplines in the College of Arts and Sciences. This requirement is not fulfilled by the University core.
	Intermediate level of one language

Major Requirements -- 27 hrs

Hrs.
18	Upper-division credits in German (GER 301 and above)

Three courses outside the German program from at least two different disciplines, selected from the following*:

3	PHL 474--Hegel and 19th-Century Philosphy
3	PHL 475--Contemporary Analytical Philosophy
3	PHL 476--Contemporary Continental Philosophy
3	THE 434--Theological Implication of the Holocaust (Salzburg only)
3	POL 358--Politics of the European Union
3	POL 372--Politics of Modern Europe
3	HST 342--Age of Nationalism
3	HST 343--Age of Dictatorship
3	HST 346--History of Modern Germany

Students may also take courses containing significant content relating to German-speaking countries offered on a one-time basis or subsequently added to permanent course offerings. Students must seek the approval of the German studies advisor before counting such courses toward the German studies major.

General Electives - 24
Total Credit Hours - 120