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EUROPEAN STUDIES - GERMAN DEGREES
European Studies Major: German Program
German Studies Minor
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COURSE DESCRIPTIONS:

EUR 1110 | EUR 3100 | EUR 3500 | EUR 4254 | EUR 4899 | GER 1100 | GER 1101 | GER 1102 | GER 1103 | GER 2100 | GER 2101 | GER 2102 | GER 2103 | GER 3100 | GER 3206 | GER 3260 | GER 4470 | GER 4920 | GER 4930 | GER 4940 | LIN 2100 | VIEW ALL

EUR 1110: () Offerings
Introduction to the culture of Europe through literature; themes of family, community, heroism, beliefs and values, and women's roles will be examined chronologically from the classical to the modern periods.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
EUR 3100: () Offerings
Provides a brief survey of major periods in European art and architecture beginning with significant works from the Greco-Roman period and progressing through the 20th century. It is specifically oriented toward students intending to travel in Europe.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities A, Upper-Division
EUR 3500: () Offerings
Prerequisite: EUR 3000. Offered in Europe. Provides a cultural investigation of Europe and an on-site practicum. This course examines contemporary Europe as part of the European Quarter abroad, with special attention to a Christian perspective on the historical growth of European cultures. The language skills acquired by students are demonstrated in intensive programs of living and travel.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
EUR 4254: () Offerings
Prerequisite: Working fluency in at least one language besides English. Theory and practice of translating, with attention to accuracy and nuances of style. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
EUR 4899: () Offerings
The heritage of Europe will be the framework within which contemporary European issues and personalities will be interpreted. A key component of the class is the research project that will relate to the student's language concentration and special interests. This course is designed to meet the requirements as a Senior Capstone course in European Studies.
Attributes:Upper-Division Restrictions:Freshman, Sophomore students are excluded.
GER 1100: () Offerings
European Quarter or Germany Study Abroad program. Designed for students who have never studied German, this course will focus on vocabulary and structures needed for basic communication.
GER 1101: () Offerings
Builds proficiency in the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the German language. Investigates German culture and its relationship to the language.
Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
GER 1102: () Offerings
Prerequisite: GER 1101 or permission of instructor. Builds proficiency in the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the German language. Investigates German culture and its relationship to the language.
Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
GER 1103: () Offerings
Prerequisite: GER 1102 or permission of instructor. Builds proficiency in the four basic skills: understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in the German language. Investigates German culture and its relationship to the language.
Attributes:Foreign Language Comp
GER 2100: () Offerings
European Quarter or Germany Study Abroad program only. Designed for students having studied some German, this course continues the study of vocabulary and structures needed for basic communication.
GER 2101: () Offerings
Prerequisite: GER 1103 or equivalent (i.e., three years of German in high school). Investigates the practical aspects of German for everyday use. Includes review of German language structure supporting the readings.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
GER 2102: () Offerings
Prerequisite: GER 1103 or equivalent (i.e., three years of German in high school). Investigates the practical applications of German for professional use. Includes review of German language structure supporting the readings. Not taught every year.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
GER 2103: () Offerings
Prerequisite: GER 1103 or equivalent (i.e., three years of German in high school). Focuses on the linguistic and cultural knowledge necessary for conducting business in German-speaking environments. Includes review of German language structure supporting the readings. Not taught every year.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B
GER 3100: () Offerings
European Quarter or German Study Abroad program only. May be repeated for credit up to 2 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
GER 3206: () Offerings
Considers themes in German language and literature illustrated in works chosen from different genres and periods. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Upper-Division
GER 3260: () Offerings
Explores painting, sculpture, architecture, music, theater, and film in Germany with the intention of bringing out the interaction of these arts with each other, history, and language. Taught in English but students specializing in the German program or working on a German minor will do some reading and writing assignments in German. Sessions for speaking in German will also be scheduled. Not taught every year. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
GER 4470: () Offerings
Focuses on different topics relating to the language and culture of Germany. Taught in English but students specializing in the German program or working on a German minor will do some reading and writing assignments in German. Sessions for speaking in German will also be scheduled. Not taught every year. May be repeated for credit 1 time.
Attributes:Upper-Division
GER 4920: () Offerings
Independent Readings May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
GER 4930: () Offerings
For advanced students who wish to assist as discussion leaders and readers in 1000-level German classes. May be repeated for credit up to 6 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
GER 4940: () Offerings
Applies the skills needed to communicate in German in varied employment settings. Students may suggest their own internships in consultation with the faculty supervisor as long as use of the target language is part of the employment situation and other internship criteria are met. May be repeated for credit up to 10 credits.
Attributes:Upper-Division
LIN 2100: () Offerings
Develops conceptual tools for understanding the nature and the processes of language: phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics and pragmatics. Personal and professional attitudes toward the world of language are reexamined. This course is also offered via distance learning. Please note that the distance learning version of this course is not eligible for financial aid nor is it part of the on-campus tuition plateau; full payment is required at the time of registration.
Attributes:Arts and Humanities B, Media



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