Summary

Having the ability to communicate successfully across cultures, as well as the expertise to apply language and cultural engagement skills in local and global situations, will enhance your career prospects in a range of professions with an international outlook. An understanding of German is a useful professional skill that can be especially valuable when combined with a wide range of disciplines, including accounting, economics, education, international communication, law, media, politics or science.

The German Studies major will provide you with a sound knowledge of the German language and culture through intensive language teaching and a critical analysis of Germany’s literature, history and culture. You’ll study the German language and its varieties in literature, film, history, culture and its major city, Berlin. Units are available from beginner to advanced level.

Key features

• Join a world-leading university

   

  Study at a uni named Australia’s leading institution in foreign language learning, and receive the highest-quality teaching.

• Attain the globally recognised Goethe-Zertifikat C1 qualification

   

  Develop the skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing required for the Goethe-Institute’s upper-intermediate exam.

• Turn your passion for German studies into a profession

   

  Explore your interests and hone your skills and knowledge through internships, practical application and expert teaching.

• Gain a unique set of skills that employers want

   

  Undertake a double major – choose from more than 20 – to expand your options and launch a career enhanced by your unique perspective.