German Studies, Bachelor 2 subject

  • How does the German language evolve and change?
  • How can medieval German language and literature be analysed and described within their specific cultural and medial context?
  • How does one communicate findings in a manner adequate for a specific target group, especially in view of a future teaching career?
  • How does one develop and conduct individual projects within the framework of research-focused studies?

Profile

Degree
Bachelor of Arts
Start
Winter- and summer semester
Duration
6 semesters
Classroom language
German

2-Subject Bachelor Programme

This degree programme requires a second subject for which advanced knowledge of German language is mandatory.
Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Information on enrollment/application for German applicants

Application information for international applicants

Application information for international applicants

What's it all about?
This degree programme is unique, because ...
in Bochum, students can and have to immerse themselves fully into all aspects of German philology
It provides the opportunity to specialise in the following fields ...
  • German Linguistics
  • German Medieval Studies
  • Contemporary German Literature Studies
Who is suited?
Those who wish to enrol in this degree programme,

have:

  • a good grasp of spelling, punctuation and grammar

enjoy:

  • linguistics, literature and culture

struggle through:

  • complex texts of all types
Graduates from this degree programme frequently work
  • in the cultural sector
  • in commerce
  • in the press trade
  • in administration
  • in the teaching profession
And else?
An internship ...

is optional. It is done during the degree course/as part of the optional module.
Duration: whenever possible

Studying abroad ... can be covered voluntarily.
Where do I find help?
Academic advisory office

Dr. Daniel Händel
Building, Room: GB 4/37
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-28563
Email:
Website academic advisory office

Contact students

Fachschaft Germanistik
Building, Room: GB 5/150
Phone: +49 (0)234 / 32-25098
Email:
Website Fachschaft

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