German
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Introduction
German is one of the most important languages spoken in the world. It is one of the official languages of the European Union, and has a long reputation as a language of culture (literature, music, philosophy and theology), the sciences (chemistry, physics and medicine) and technology. The most recent data from the European Union reveals that 100 million people speak German in Europe as their first language and a further 40 million in countries around the world speak German as their second language. German speakers have also made a significant contribution to modern Australia.
Why Study German at UNE?
UNE-German is the most experienced department in Australia offering German through distance education and the language has been taught on campus since 1938. On-campus and off-campus students undertake the same units, submit the same assignments and sit the same examinations. Teaching and administrative staff are highly experienced in dealing with both categories of student, and we welcome all enquiries.
German units provide for entry at two levels: students with little or no prior knowledge commence their studies with GRMN 101 and GRMN 102, while students with HSC German or equivalent commence with GRMN 201 and GRMN 202. Native speakers may apply for special permission to commence their studies at 300 level. If you are in doubt as to which entry level is most appropriate for you, you should contact the convener for advice.
The two sets of 300-level language units are both at the same level (B1-2 in the Common European Referencing Framework). They differ in terms of content. GRMN301 & GRMN302 (Professional German 3A and Professional German 3B) are practically-oriented units which prepare students for the workplace. GRMN 307 & 308 (German Language 3C and 3D) are general advanced language units. Both sets of units can be core units in the German major, so students may do either the professional german or the advanced german set or both.
Students enrolled in GRMN 201 and GRMN 202 or above may concurrently or in subsequent years enrol in the literature and culture electives. These electives (GRMN 303, 304, 305 and 306) run in alternate years.
Postgraduate studies are available in a number of fields for Honours, MA, MA Hons and PhD candidates.
You can include a semester or two in Germany or Austria as part of your degree, if you are enrolled in a Bachelor of Languages, a Bachelor of Arts, or a Bachelor of International Studies (Advanced). The Bachelor of Languages and International Business also gives the students the opportunity to complete not just a semester-long exchange at one of our partner universities, but also the chance of a lifetime - an internship working for a German or Austrian company.
Courses
Bachelor’s courses in which you can major in German
Bachelor of Arts
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Teaching
Bachelor of International Studies
Bachelor of International Studies (Advanced)
Bachelor of Languages
Bachelor of Languages and International Business
You can also study German as an elective in almost any Bachelor’s course offered at UNE; check the course rules to see how many electives you are permitted to include.
Undergraduate Diplomas in which you can study German
Diploma in Modern Languages
Advanced Diploma in Arts
Postgraduate course work awards in which you can study German
Graduate Certificate in Arts
Graduate Diploma in Humanities
Master of Arts
Bachelor Honours
Bachelor of Arts with Honours
Postgraduate Research
Master of Arts with Honours
Doctor of Philosophy
Units
GRMN 101 German Language 1A
GRMN 102 German Language 1B
GRMN 201 German Language 2A
GRMN 202 German Language 2B
GRMN 301 Professional German 3A
GRMN 302 Professional German 3B
GRMN 307/GRMN 407 German Language 3C
GRMN 308/GRMN 408 German Language 3D
GRMN 303 Contempory Short Stories
GRMN 304 Images of Society in German Culture
GRMN 305/GRMN 405 Love, Betrayal and Politics
GRMN 306/GRMN 406 Societies in Transition
ARTS302/ARTS501 (previously coded FGIR301/401). This unit provides a shell within which (a) French, (b) German and (c) Italian can each offer a program which complements their other units at 300- or 400-level. Students must choose one program only and the unit cannot be taken more than once. If taken as ARTS502 it can count towards a German major in the MA; when taken as ARTS302 in the undergraduate Bachelor and Diploma courses you would request that an academic note on your testamur indicates that it was studied as a German unit.
Careers
Any language coupled with another skill can lead to an in-depth and interesting career. A degree with a major in political science and German, for instance would suit a student interested in working for the Dept of Foreign Affairs and Trade, UNO or International Relations. Coupled with science, proficiency in German will open up job opportunities in Germany, Austria and Switzerland which a non-German speaker would not be able to apply for. Likewise IT and German could provide job-seekers with opportunity to enter the lucrative IT industry in Germany, and Law would open up opportunities with the EU or aid agencies. In addition to this, teaching is a rewarding career which combines well with a foreign language.
Partnerships, Networks and Industry Links
We have partnerships with the following Universities:
GERMANY
Universität Trier
Universität Oldenburg
AUSTRIA:
Universität Klagenfurt
Universität Graz
Contacts
A/Prof Herman Beyersdorf
Convenor of German
School of Arts
University of New England
ARMIDALE NSW 2351
Australia
Telephone (02) 6773 3042. International: +61 2 6773 3042.
Facsimile (02) 6773 3735. International: +61 2 6773 3735.
email: hbeyersd@une.edu.au
Dr Astrid Gesche
Languages Coordinator
School of Arts
University of New England
ARMIDALE NSW 2351
Australia
Telephone (02) 6773 3068. International: +61 2 6773 3068.
Facsimile (02) 6773 3735. International: +61 2 6773 3735.
email: agesche@une.edu.au
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