German Courses

Unless otherwise specified, all courses will be taught in German.

309-10100    Elementary German I      HU LA 3a, g

Beginning course. Practice in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing simple idiomatic German with special attention to German culture. Emphasizes participation and self-expression. Open to students with no previous German, or by placement examination. 3 credits. (F,Y)

309-10200    Elementary German II      HU LA 3a, g

Continuation of 309-10100. Limited to students who have successfully completed 309-10100 with a grade of C- or better, or by placement examination. Prerequisites: 309-10100, or equivalent. 3 credits. (S,Y)

309-15100    Elementary German for Reading Knowledge      HU LA

Emphasis is placed on rapid development of reading skills; principles of German grammar and their application to reading comprehension; extensive reading in German culture and literature. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-20100    Intermediate German I      HU LA 3a, g

Develops intermediate-level proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing German. Special emphasis is given to German culture. Prerequisites: 309-10200 with a grade of C- or better. 3 credits. (F,Y)

309-20200    Intermediate German II      HU LA 3a, g

Continuation of 309-20100. Develops intermediate-level proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing German. Special emphasis is given to German culture. Prerequisites: 309-20100 with a grade of C- or better. 3 credits. (S,Y)

309-25000    History of German Film      HU LA

 A study of the principal films of major German directors. This class will cover the complete history of German film, from early silent cinema to contemporary films. Emphasis is given to the historical and cultural context of each film, as well as the film's relationship to questions of German identity. Readings include historical as well as theoretical texts. Conducted in English. Prerequisites: Two courses in the humanities. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-25200    German Literature in Translation      HU LA

Study of principal works of major writers and representative works of various periods. Prerequisites: Two courses in the humanities. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-27500    Twentieth-Century German Intellectual Thought      HU LA

 A study of the principal currents of the 20th-century German intellectual thought with particular emphases on the relationship of the individual to society and on the Marxist theories of art and popular culture. Readings include Freud, Heidegger, Benjamin, Adorno, and Habermas. Conducted in English. Prerequisites: One course in the humanities. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-29900    Independent Study      U LA

 Individual research, study, and/or writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor and chairperson. 1-3 credits. (IRR)

309-30100    Spoken and Written Communication in German I      HU LA 3a, g

Developing spoken and written communication skills at the third-year level. Reading and discussion of contemporary material. Writing practice. Laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: 309-20200 with a grade of C- or better, or equivalent. 3 credits. (F,Y)

309-30200    Spoken and Written Communication in German II      HU LA 3a, g

Developing spoken and written communication skills at the third-year level. Reading and discussion of contemporary material. Writing practice. Laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: 309-30100, or equivalent. 3 credits. (S,Y)

309-31200    Advanced German Grammar and Composition      HU LA

 Advanced study of German grammar with an emphasis placed on composition. Prerequisites: 309-20200 with a grade of C- or better, or equivalent, with permission of instructor. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-32300    German Oral Practice      HU LA 3a, g

 Extensive oral practice using selected topics as a basis for conversation, discussion, and presentations or short talks. Prerequisites: 309-20200 with a grade of C- or better. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-34100    German Cultural History      HU LA 3a, g

Study of the civilization and culture of Germany and other German-speaking countries. Usually taught in English. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing; permission of instructor. 3 credits. (S,E)

309-36500    Masterworks in German      HU LA

Study of selected literary works of significant writers of the 18th, 19th, and 20th centuries. Taught in German. Prerequisites: One level-3 German course taught in German, or equivalent. 3 credits. (F,O)

309-38100, 309-38200 German Conversation and Culture      HU LA 3a, g

Concentration on the use of language in oral communication. Readings and discussion to focus on areas of German civilization and culture with attention to art, literature, music, geography, history, social structures, and folk and popular culture. Taught in German. Prerequisites: One level-3 course taught in German, or equivalent. May be repeated if content is different. 3 credits. (S,E)

309-39300, 309-39400 Selected Topics in German Literature      HU LA

Study of a genre, time period, group of authors, or single major writer. Prerequisites: Two German courses at level 3. Taught in German. May be repeated two times each for a total of 12 credits if content is different. 3 credits. (S,E)

309-39900    Independent Study      HU LA

Individual research, study, and/or writing on particular topics, supervised by a member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: Junior standing; permission of instructor and chairperson. 1-3 credits.

309-47100, 309-47200 Seminar      HU LA

Study of a selected topic or author in German literature or culture. May be repeated for credit as content changes each year. Taught in German. Prerequisites: Two German courses at level 3; senior standing. 3 credits. (IRR)

309-49900    Independent Study      

 Individual research, study, and writing on particular topics, supervised by a faculty member of the department. Offered on demand only. Prerequisites: 309-30100 and 309-30200; or 309-39300; or 309-39400; permission of instructor and chairperson. 1-3 credits.