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This is a transnational and interdisciplinary major that encompasses the various German-speaking regions of central Europe and offers an intellectually diverse program—covering literature, history, politics, the arts, philosophy, and business. Currently Germany is a leading trade partner and ally of the U.S. and is a linchpin in the European Community. The cultural and linguistic traditions of Austria and Switzerland enrich the field of German Studies.


Acquiring proficiency in the German language is an integral part of German Studies at all levels.

 

German Studies majors are strongly encouraged to complete a pre-approved study, internship, or work experience of one to two semesters in a German-speaking country, or in an approved immersion program. NMUs exchange partner in Germany, Oldenburg University, offers excellent support services and an affordable cost. Elective courses toward the major may be taken abroad and may substitute for the area electives with departmental approval.

For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Modern Languages and Literatures department page.

Total Credits Required 124
Liberal Studies
30-40
Health Promotion Requirements 2
Required Courses in Major32
All courses used in the German Studies major require a minimum grade of "C".
German Studies Core16
GR 300 German Reading and Writing 4
GR 305 Conversational German [Div V] 4
GR 310 Introduction to German Civilization and Culture (3 cr.) [Div I] or3-4
     GR 311 Central European Culture and Civilization (4 cr.) [Div I]
GR 400 Advanced German Composition and Grammar 4
GR 410 Advanced German Civilization and Culture 1
LG 499 Graduation Assessment for Language Majors 0
Choose from one of the following three tracks:
Track 1: Humanities and Social Sciences16
     GR 312 Contemporary German-Speaking Cultures 4
    Electives12
    Choose from the following:
    At least 8 credits must be at the 300 level or above.
     GR 320 Great Works in German Literature (4 cr.)
     GR 495 Special Topics in German (1 - 4 cr.)
     GR 495X Special Topics in German (Study Abroad) (1-4 cr.)
     GR 498 Directed Study in German (1 - 4 cr.)
     HS 304 The Middle Ages (4 cr.)
     HS 305 Renaissance-Reformation * (4 cr.)
     HS 316 The Holocaust * (4 cr.)
     PL 183 Issues in the History of Ethics (2 cr.) [Div I]
     PL 210 History of Modern Philosophy (4 cr.) [Div I]
     PL 310 Social and Political Philosophy (4 cr.) [Div I]
     PL 330 Existentialism (4 cr.) [Div I]
     PL 370 Theory of Knowledge: Classical and Contemporary (4 cr.)
     PS 203 Comparative Government and Politics (4 cr.)
     PS 206 International Relations (4 cr.)
     PS 402 Political Economy (4 cr.)
         *Prerequisite: 100 or 200 level history course.
Track 2: Arts and Letters16
     GR 320 Great Works in German Literature 4
    Electives12
    Choose from the following:
    At least 8 credits must be at the 300 level or above.
     AD 335 History of Baroque Art (4 cr.) [Div IV]
     AD 355 Twentieth Century Art and Architecture (4 cr.) [Div IV]
     MU 203 Music History Literature, Form I * (4 cr.)
     MU 206 Music History Literature, Form II (4 cr.)
     GR 312 Contemporary German-Speaking Cultures (4 cr.)
     GR 495 Special Topics in German (1 - 4 cr.)
     GR 495X Special Topics in German (for course abroad) (1-4 cr.)
     GR 498 Directed Study in German (1 - 4 cr.)
     PL 210 History of Modern Philosophy (4 cr.) [Div I]
     PL 330 Existentialism (4 cr.) [Div I]
     PL 370 Theory of Knowledge: Classical and Contemporary (4 cr.)
         *Prerequisites: MU 102 and MU 105.
         **Prerequisites: MU 201 and MU 203.
Track 3: Business Orientation16
     GR 415 German for Business 4
     MGT 475 International Business 4
    Electives8
     GR 312 Contemporary German-Speaking Cultures (4 cr.)
     GR 495 Special Topics in German (1 - 4 cr.)
     GR 495X Special Topics in German (for course abroad) (1-4 cr.)
     GR 498 Directed Study in German (1 - 4 cr.)
     MKT 466 International Marketing * (4 cr.)
     PL 181 Issues in Business Ethics (2 cr.) [Div I]
         *Prerequisite: MKT 230.
Minor20

**Courses not listed within the three tracks and that have a German-studies focus may be submitted to the advisor for approval towards the major.


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