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Masters Qualifying in German with a research component

Course code: 1988 + Course abbreviation: MQualwresearchcomp + Total credit points required: 48 + 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time

Study mode and course location

On-campus (Clayton)

Course description

The program has two streams: German literary studies, and German linguistics.

On completion of the program, students should be able to demonstrate an increased competence in spoken and written German; an increased awareness of the intercultural dimension of history, politics and intellectual life in German-speaking countries, and their relationship to the world and especially to Australia; advanced knowledge of and skills in applying modern lingusitic or literary theories and critical methodologies; advanced knowledge in select areas of German literature and linguistics; an ability to work independently with resources available in the libraries and archives and through electronic media; an ability for sustained scholarship by developing a coherent argument supported by evidence; an ability to present ideas and arguments clearly and with high standards of presentation; and uncompromising scholarly ethics.

Entry requirements

A bachelors degree with results at least at credit level in the third part of a major sequence in German studies.

Course structure

Candidates must complete a total of 48 points of fourth-year level units, including a research project.

Studies abroad

All graduate students are strongly encouraged to conduct a part of their studies in a German-speaking country. The section will assist in obtaining scholarships and has made arrangements with German universities enabling students to continue their courses under supervision and with a maximum of assistance.

Contact details

Course coordinator

Dr Christiane Weller

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