Course Overview
Taught by lecturers who conduct internationally respected research into the language and culture of Germany, as well as into aspects of Europe, your degree course will enhance your knowledge, understanding and practical command of spoken and written German. Our degree places emphasis on practical language work and communication skills, with opportunities at every stage to study aspects of the culture, thought, society and institutions of German-speaking countries.
You'll begin your degree following core courses including Advanced or Intensive German oral and written language and 'Becoming German: Identity Formation in Modern German Society and Culture'. You'll also study other modules of your choice, such as 'The Writer and The Text in 20th Century World Literature' or 'Economic and Social Change in France, Germany and Spain since 1945'.
Spending your third year either studying or working in a German-speaking country is compulsory. The year abroad makes a major contribution to your command of the language, while deepening your intercultural sensitivity.
In your fourth year, you will continue developing your core German language oral and written skills, combined with a choice of specialist culture courses. These include 'Literature and Fame in Contemporary Germany' and 'Images of Austria: National Identity and Cultural Representation'.
If you take a Single Major degree in German, you will expand your interest in a particular topic from your second year studies and develop your own specialist Dissertation..
This department has brought me wonderful opportunites, excellent tuition and chance to explore languages and cultures beyond the lecture theatres.
Career opportunities
After further training, many of our graduates teach German or teach English as a foreign language. A career abroad is a popular option for our German Studies graduates ? teaching or working for an international organisation such as the British Council, Civil or Diplomatic Service. Many graduates also find openings in business, based in Europe or other countries.
The language and communication skills gained on this course enable our graduates to find work in areas from European politics, journalism, advertising, teaching and librarianship to accountancy and IT.
Many German Studies graduates continue their studies at a higher level. A postgraduate degree opens up opportunities in higher education. A professional qualification can lead to a career in a specific area 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)
- Full Unit Dissertation
- 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 16 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.
