Updated 2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog | 20255

German cert

Familiarity with the language and culture of German-speaking countries provides for broader understanding of history and society. Students gain perspective into their own culture and language, while acquiring linguistic ability in a new language. A BSU Certificate in German enables students to take advantage of future international work and travel opportunities.

Required Credits: 12
Required GPA: 2.00

REQUIRED COURSES

Complete the following courses:

Note: GER 2211 or GER 2212 must be taken through BSU.
Students can receive credits for previous German
knowledge by testing out of beginning language classes.

• GER 1111 Elementary German I (4 credits)
• GER 1112 Elementary German II (4 credits)
• GER 2211 Intermediate German I (3 credits)
  or GER 2212 Intermediate German II (3 credits)

II REQUIRED ELECTIVES

Select courses from the following to complete 12
credits in German.

• GER 4430 German Grammar and Linguistics (1 credit)
• GER 4467 Studies in the German Language and Culture (1-3 credits)
• ML 3430 Introduction to Linguistics (3 credits)
• ML 3450 Second Language Acquisition (3-4 credits)
• ML 3470 Methods Of Teaching Modern Languages (4 credits)
• ML 3971 Intercultural Immersion Internship (1-12 credits)

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Students will be able to communicate in German.  

2. Students will be able to present information and personal preferences in German.  

3.  Students will be able to compare everyday culture, habits and traditions in German-speaking societies with US society.    

4. Students will be able to express their opinion on cultural products from German-speaking societies.