German Studies
German Studies Requirements
The academic requirements for German studies represent a specialized course of study within the larger context of a diverse liberal arts education. Not only are these requirements designed to provide a focused and rigorous approach to the core concepts of the discipline, but they also allow ample opportunities for exploration in other subjects and departments throughout the university. By studying German studies at DePauw, you will develop comprehensive expertise in your field while enjoying the benefits of a well-rounded education.
Total Courses Required
Eight
Core Courses
- GRMN 115, 116, 117, or 118
- GRMN 211, 212
- A course in German history: HIST 244, HIST 245
- One 300-level German course: GRMN 307 or 314 and a Bridge Course, GRMN 306. The bridge course is an independent study seminar, with treatment of texts in German, in which students learn deeply about a German aspect of one of their other courses.)
- GRMN 448 (Senior Thesis)
- ART 225, ART 275, ENG 261, GRMN 115, GRMN 116, GRMN 117, GRMN 118, HIST 244, HIST 245, HIST 342, MUS 265, MUS 266, PHIL 220
- (e.g. ARTH 290, ENG 255, MUS 390)
Number 300 & 400 Level Courses
Three
Senior Requirement & Capstone Experience
GRMN 448 (Senior Thesis)
Additional Information
Semester-long internships in Germany and/or courses taken during study abroad in Germany may count up to 2 credits toward the requirement for the major.
Writing in the Major
Students may satisfy the Writing in the Major requirement for German Studies either with GRMN 306 or GRMN 448.
Other Required Courses
One cognate course taught in English, or an additional German course, or an additional bridge course
Topics courses with German content with the approval of the program.
Total Courses Required
Five
Core Courses
- GRMN 115, 116, 117, or 118
- Two semesters of German language above the 100-level
- Two cognate or German courses or a combination (one at the 300-level)
- ART 225, ART 275, ENG 261, GRMN 115, GRMN 116, GRMN 117, GRMN 118, HIST 244, HIST 245, HIST 342, MUS 265, MUS 266, PHIL 220
- Topics courses with German content with the approval of the program.
- Semester-long internships in Germany and/or courses taken during study abroad in Germany may count up to 1 credit toward the requirement for the minor.
Number 300 & 400 Level Courses
Other Required Courses
Contact Us
German Studies
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the German studies major and minor at DePauw are interdisciplinary programs that integrate the expertise of multiple departments to develop the knowledge and skills needed to excel in a rapidly changing world.
Heidi Albin Menzel
- heidialbinmenzel@depauw.edu
- (765) 658-4750
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400 South Locust Street
Greencastle, IN 46135