This course is the study of the German language and its various cultures. It teaches students high levels of competence in the German language through speaking, writing, listening and reading. This major offers a wide perspective on German culture as it considers the culture and history of German-speaking people, not only in Germany, Austria and Switzerland but across the globe. Social history and culture are studied from the many centuries of German literary tradition prose, poetry and drama, music, film and advertising.The major caters for students at all levels, from beginners through to native speakers.