German studies - Faculty of Arts

Offered by the School of Languages Cultures and Linguistics

The German studies programs are designed for students wishing to specialise in German studies (language, linguistics, literature and their relation to culture and society), and also for those seeking a broader outlook within the humanities and social sciences. At every level, students are required to engage in studies of German language and culture, practical language study and fundamental training in German culture and history as well as German linguistics. Optional units, offered at second and third-year levels, offer opportunities for diversification and specialisation in the fields of German literature and culture, media studies and German linguistics. These options are offered from level two onwards.

The core units are organised in streams, catering for different levels of language proficiency (entry points 1 through 10). German can be studied from beginner's stage to a stage of near-native language proficiency. Depending on the units taken at first-year level, the sequences may lead either to an introductory minor or major or to an advanced minor or major.

Students may also undertake further studies at honours level in German linguistics and cultural studies. Students should contact the program director for further advice.

For information on the units required for a major or minor in German studies, refer to the `Areas of study' section on the Arts faculty website at http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/current/coursework/study-areas/.

Study abroad

All students have the opportunity to participate in the Language Study Abroad Program in Germany, Austria or Switzerland. The German studies program has links with more than a dozen universities in German-speaking countries. Applications for Study Abroad should be addressed to Monash Abroad. There are also a number of German Government (DAAD) scholarship schemes available to students at a variety of different levels.

For more detailed information, contact Dr Axel Fliethmann, German studies (building 11, room W314, email axel.fliethmann@arts.monash.edu.au).

Relevant courses

Diploma in Languages (German)
Bachelor of Arts (and associated double degrees)
Bachelor of Arts (Global)
Bachelor of Arts (Languages)
Bachelor of Letters

Contact details

Inquiries (Clayton): Room S423, fourth floor, South Wing, Menzies building; Telephone +61 3 9905 2281 or +61 3 9905 2223; Email lcl.enquiries@arts.monash.edu.au or visit http://www.arts.monash.edu.au/schools/lcl/.