A student can moderate into German Studies with a focus in German literature and culture. Joint majors moderate separately into German Studies and the related discipline (e.g. philosophy, music, history, written arts) or they may integrate German Studies and another field of inquiry into one moderation.
One course in German literature (or "culture course" with emphasis on literature), taught in English or German (preferably a survey course)
One course in a related field (preferably German or European history, art, or music history)
At moderation, students demonstrate progress in primary discipline and are actively pursuing inquiry into aspects of German Studies. (For more detailed information on how to prepare for moderation see Student Handbook)
Graduation Requirements
Over the four years, students must take 12 courses (48 credits) accredited by the German Studies Program. These 48 credits include the 8 Senior Project Credits.
Typically, 8 of the 12 courses are conducted entirely in German.
After successfully moderatinginto the German Studies Program, students take at least one upper-college literature/culture course per semester in ascending sequence.
We strongly recommend and support students spending a Junior Year Abroad at the Humboldt University, Berlin
Graduating in German Studies culminates in writing a Senior Project over the course of the last two semesters