If you are planning to enter a profession or career that might involve a European context, German is an excellent language to learn. Not only is German the language of many great thinkers, artists and scientists, it also plays a central role in many contemporary economic, political and cultural developments.

German at Memorial

German is housed in the Department of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures. 

Admission requirements

You may apply for admission into the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences by indicating bachelor of arts as your program choice on the undergraduate application for admission. Direct entry into the faculty is subject to your meeting the general admission requirements for Memorial University.

You may choose German as your major at the time of application or you can explore your options and declare a major in a later semester by emailing reghelp@mun.ca to make your choice official.

Sample first year

Wondering what courses you would take in your first year? Check out a sample program of suggested courses for students studying German.

Sample courses and degree map

GERM 2511 - Intermediate Composition and Conversation II: Field School
GERM 2900 - Introduction to German Culture I
GERM 3002 - Post-Wall Cinema

German degree map

Degree maps are navigational tools, designed to help you make the right choices throughout your bachelor of arts degree. They cover information pertaining to your studies, provide study tips, career guidance, suggestions for involvement, advice on go abroad activities and on your well being.

Career opportunities

In the 21st century, the ability to communicate at the international level is an essential skill that is greatly valued in several areas including:

• education (translation, research, teaching, library work, graduate studies)
• business and industry (banking, journalism, export/import, advertising, publishing)
• social work (police work, health sector, courts)
• government services (customs, civil service, external affairs, immigration)

Note: some of these careers may call for supplementary education or preparation in the form of graduate studies, experiential learning or professional courses and exams.