Course Overview
Lancaster's four-year combined German Studies and Computing degree is provided by our Department of European Languages and Cultures - ranked in the UK top ten by The Complete University Guide 2011 - and our School of Computing and Communications, which has been ranked tenth for its research in the latest Research Assessment Exercise, 2008. This degree scheme gives you the opportunity to study both subjects from beginner's level and includes a year abroad.
Your German Studies programme aims to develop your fluency while taking a deeper look at Germany's politics, history, modern culture and society in a European and global context. In Computing, you'll focus on developing practical and professional skills with a special focus on software and systems development.
You'll begin your degree with courses including German Language (Intensive for Beginners of Advanced); Programs and Data, and Systems Architecture. As you progress, you'll take second and final-year modules such as Concurrent Programming and Operating Systems; Languages and Compilation; Becoming German: Identity Formation in Modern German Society and Culture, and Literature and Fame in Contemporary Germany.
You'll spend your third year working or studying in a German-speaking country before returning to Lancaster to finish your degree.
For a list of compulsory modules, please see the tab above.
This department has brought me wonderful opportunites, excellent tuition and chance to explore languages and cultures beyond the lecture theatres.
Career opportunities
Foreign languages are among the most desirable skills on any CV and combined with the practical and sought-after skills associated with Computing, your degree opens up many diverse career opportunities. For example: European management and project management, Europe-oriented sales and marketing, computing and accountancy, as well as journalism and commentary.
Many of our graduates become teachers, either of foreign languages in this country or of English in the European Union and further afield. With strong language skills you could also consider the Civil Service, the Diplomatic Service, the British Council and various international agencies.
A number of our alumni choose to continue their studies at Lancaster and elsewhere, with a postgraduate degree or specific professional qualifications such as interpreting.
Modules
Here are some of the current modules which are available during your studies at Lancaster:
PartI
- German Studies Part I (Intensive German for Beginners)
- Part I German Studies (Advanced)
PartII (Year 2)
- Oral Skills
- Oral Skills (post-intensive)
- Post-War German-language, Culture and Identities
- Written Skills
- Written Skills (post-intensive)
PartII (Year 3)
- intercultural and academic reflection
PartII (Year 4)
- Combined Scheme Projects
- German Language Oral Skills
- German Language Written Skills
For more detailed module information please visit the European Languages and Cultures department website.
Entry Requirements
A-level: AAB inc. German unless this is to be studied from beginners level, in which case applicants should have evidence of language-learning ability (e.g. an AS or A-level in another foreign language or GCSE grade A in a foreign language). We normally expect three A-levels.
General Studies: Accepted as one of 3 A-levels
Key skills: Not included in offer
Scottish Highers: ABBBB
Irish Leaving Cert: Offers will be made on the basis of 5 or 6 Higher level subjects. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information
International Bacc: 35 pts overall with 15 pts from best three HL courses
BTEC: DDD/DDM
Mature students: Applications welcomed from mature students who can provide evidence of language-learning ability. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office (01524 592028) for further information
IELTS: 6.5
For details of how we evaluate international qualifications, please click here.
Financial Support
Lancaster University's priority is to support every student to make the most of their life and education. In addition to government maintenance loans, grants and national scholarships, Lancaster University offers a range of financial support for full time UK Undergraduate students from lower-income backgrounds. Many students each year will be entitled to bursaries or scholarships to help them with the cost of fees and/or living expenses.
The Lancaster Scholarship package is designed to reward the hard work and natural ability of full-time UK students applying to study with us regardless of their household income. Students achieving A*, A, A in their A-level examinations (or equivalent academic qualifications) will receive a £1,000 per year Lancaster Scholarship during their undergraduate studies if they place us as their firm choice institution. Continuation of the Lancaster Scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic progression.
Our combined £5,000 bursary package will help students from England whose household incomes are less than £25,000 per year with fees and living costs.
Students from England eligible for our £5,000 bursary package will also be awarded a £3,000 Lancaster Scholarship if they achieve A*, A, A in their A-level examinations (or equivalent academic qualifications). This totals £8,000 of support for students during their studies.
For full details of the University's financial support packages including eligibility criteria, please visit our
fees and funding page.
