The certificate in German offers students the opportunity to develop proficiency in German, thereby complementing major(s) in other subjects across the university. It also strengthens the profiles of students who intend to pursue careers or graduate study in areas where knowledge of German is useful. The certificate in German is open to all undergraduate students, including Special students who may already have completed majors and earned degrees.
GERMAN Certificate Requirements
15 credits, which must include at least two courses in Advanced German.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Advanced GERMAN (2 courses required) | 6 | |
| Literatur des 19. Jahrhunderts | ||
| Literatur des 20. und 21. Jahrhunderts | ||
| Advanced Composition & Conversation | ||
| Business German Internship Seminar | ||
| Introduction to German Linguistics | ||
| Topics in German Linguistics | ||
| Topics in German Literature | ||
| Study Abroad in German Literature | ||
| Study Abroad in German Culture | ||
| Study Abroad in German Linguistics | ||
| Topics in German Culture | ||
| Honors Seminar in German Literature | ||
| Kultur 1648-1918 | ||
| Kultur des 20. und 21. Jahrhunderts | ||
| German-Jewish Culture Since the 18th Century | ||
| Topics in German Studies | ||
| Additional GERMAN, from any course listed above, or: | 9 | |
| Intermediate German - Speaking and Listening | ||
| Intermediate German-Reading | ||
| Intermediate German-Writing | ||
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Residence and Quality of Work
- A 2.000 cumulative GPA in all courses eligible for the certificate is required
- 8 credits in residence
Pass/fail courses do not apply to the certificate.
Undergraduate/Special Student Certificates
This certificate may be completed within the context of an undergraduate degree or as a Special student after an undergraduate degree has been awarded from any institution. The certificate may be completed in its entirety while enrolled as a Special student. Candidates are encouraged to contact the certificate coordinator to discuss course enrollment and the sequencing of certificate requirements.
- to promote German proficiency in all major skill areas: speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
- to foster a deeper understanding of the cultures of the German-speaking world through courses taught in German.
Advising and Careers
For advising questions related to the certificate in German, contact the German program undergraduate advisor:
Mark L. Louden, Undergraduate German Advisor
mllouden@wisc.edu
802 Van Hise
For questions regarding placement in German language courses, contact the German language program coordinator and placement advisor:
Jeanne M. Schueller, German Language Program Coordinator and Placement Advisor
jmschuel@wisc.edu
806 Van Hise
For other undergraduate concerns, please contact our undergraduate coordinator:
Joanna Schuth, Undergraduate Coordinator
undergrad@gns.wisc.edu
608-262-2090
1306 Van Hise
For advising on careers related to German, Dutch, and other languages, refer to:
Languages at UW–Madison
Language Institute
Careers
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