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German

Administered by the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures, the major serves to develop competence in German or Scandinavian languages and cultures. Students will gain familiarity with the structure of the language and its use in the context of business, contemporary culture, intellectual history, literature, science, and teaching. The department also sponsors study abroad programs.

Major in Sciences and Letters Curriculum

E-mail: german@illinois.edu

Degree title: Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Arts and Sciences

Minimum required major and supporting course work normally equates to 51 hours with at least 31 hours in German except for the concentration in Scandinavian Studies which requires a minimum major and supporting course work of 50-52 hours with at least 30 credit hours of Scandinavian courses.

General education: Students must complete the Campus General Education requirements.

Minimum hours required for graduation: 120 hours

Departmental distinction: Students majoring in the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures are urged to consult the departmental honors adviser by the second semester of the junior year for information pertaining to senior honors work and honors awards in the department.

Students must select one concentration in consultation with an adviser.

Modern German Studies Concentration

Designed to provide students with an understanding of present-day civilization and culture in German-speaking countries of Central Europe.

German and Commercial Studies Concentration

Designed to provide students with an understanding of the language and customs of the business world in German-speaking countries, together with study of international affairs and commerce, especially trade with Europe.

Language and Literature Concentration

Designed as a traditional study of German, providing students with a balanced knowledge of German language, literature, and civilization.

Language Studies Concentration

Designed to acquaint students with the structure and development of Germanic languages.

Scandinavian Studies Concentration

Designed for students with a broad interest in Scandinavian Studies, including acquiring proficiency in a modern Scandinavian language. Fulfilling the requirements for the Major usually involves one semester of study abroad at a Scandinavian university. 30 credit hours of Scandinavian courses are required for the concentration.

For All Concentrations

Twelve hours of 300- and 400-level courses in the major must be taken on this campus.

All foreign language requirements must be satisfied.

A Major Plan of Study Form must be completed and submitted to the LAS Student Affairs Office before the end of the fifth semester (60-75 hours). Please see your adviser.

Curriculum Preparatory to the Teaching of German

In order to remain in good standing in this program and be recommended for certification, candidates are required to maintain UIUC, cumulative, content area, and professional education, grade-point averages of 2.5 (A= 4.0). Candidates should consult their advisor or the Council on Teacher Education for the list of courses used to compute these grade-point averages.

E-mail: german@illinois.edu

Web address for department: www.germanic.illinois.edu

Degree title: Bachelor of Arts in the Teaching of German

Minimum required course work normally equates to 75 hours

General education: Consult the Curricula Preparatory to Teaching Foreign Languages. Minimum hours required for graduation: A minimum of 120 hours of credit is required for graduation. Consult the certification officer at 505 East Green Suite 203 for additional information. www.ed.uiuc.edu/CTE

Departmental distinction: Students should consult their advisers by the second semester of the junior year for information pertaining to seminar honors work and honors awards in the department.

NOTE: German Study Abroad (GER 299) is strongly recommended.

1. The total of 47 hours may be reduced by as much as 16 hours through prerequisite credit for work equivalent to GER 101-104 taken in secondary school.

Combined 5-year BALAS/MA in Germanic Languages and Literatures

The Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures offers a 5-year program leading to two degrees, a BALAS in Germanic Languages and Literatures and an MA in German.  In order to be admitted to this program, student can apply during their second or third year of studies.  Requirements for this program are identical to those for the BALAS and the MA in the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures.

In order to be admitted to the 5-year BALAS/MA during their second year, students will need to be in good standing, have finished GER 211 and GER 331, have a general GPA of 3.0 and a German GPA of 3.0, and be required to write a short essay in German.

In order to apply for the 5-year BALAS/MA during their third year, students will have to have finished GER 401 and GER 420, have a general GPA of 3.0 and a German GPA of 3.0, and be required to write a short essay in German.

The department will continue to monitor the GPAs of students admitted to the BALAS/MA program into their third and fourth years and before formal admission to the Graduate College.  The decision about students’ admission to the 5-year program will be made by the graduate admissions committee in conjunction with undergraduate and graduate advisors of the department.  The Department will consider students in the fifth year of this program for departmental support as Teaching Assistants and Research Assistants, or for fellowships and scholarships.

The minimum total number of hours required for graduation from the BALAS/MA program is 152.  Up to 12 hours not required for the BALAS (120 hours) taken during the fourth year can be used to meet the requirements for the MA (32 hours).  Students admitted to the program will receive both degrees once all requirements for the 5-year BALAS/MA degree program have been successfully completed.  More detailed information may be obtained from the departmental office.

Minor in German

The minor in German offers students a background in the language through the advanced undergraduate level, an introduction to the study of German literary classics, and a knowledge of the history of German culture.

E-mail: german@illinois.edu

Web address for department: www.germanic.illinois.edu

Minor in Scandinavian Studies

The Minor in Scandinavian Studies offers students exposure to the study of a Scandinavian language and broad knowledge of Scandinavian culture, literature, film, art, and history.  Prerequisite: SCAN 101 or the equivalent.

E-mail: german@illinois.edu

Web address for department: www.germanic.illinois.edu