logo
ad
Back

University of Western Australia

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.
Basic knowledge of german
Gaining of high levels of competency in speaking, writing, listening and reading the german language, german literature, films are included as major part of study.
After pursuing this degree, Students get opportunity to lay the foundation for further study at honours and postgraduate level.
European language graduates are well qualified for careers in the diplomatic services, teaching and training, interpreting and translating, as well as a range of careers in travel, hospitality, publishing, theatre, commerce, manufacturing, law and international relations. Knowledge of a foreign language is particularly helpful for career prospects in international banking, journalism and communications, medical areas, music and the arts. Employment opportunities are also found in the public sector as Arts Administrator or Manager, Financial Market Dealer, Foreign Affairs and Trade Officer, Health and Welfare Services Manager, Interpreter, Journalist, Management Consultant, Media Producer, Policy Analyst, Policy and Planning Manager, Secondary School Teacher, Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages, Translator.
$24866, per year.
3 years (BA), 4 years (BPhil(Hons))