28Jun
UndergraduateUniversity of Nottingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Do you want to equip yourself with a knowledge and understanding of this vital European language and understand the impact the country has had on the world? Our BA in German offers one of the widest ranges of modules in the UK in German and Austrian literature, culture, media, history, politics, society, and linguistics. The flexibility of this degree course allows you to narrow your focus or pursue a broad range of subjects according to your interests. If you have an A Level in German, you will continue to develop your language skills to degree level. If you are a beginner, you will follow an intensive language course designed to take you to degree level within four years. In year three, you live the life and culture of Germany and/or Austria for yourself on your year abroad. This exciting experience develops your communication skills, builds your confidence and helps you stand out to future employers. You can teach English in a school, undertake a work placement or study at one of our partner universities. Other ways to study German: This course is also available with a Foundation Year. You may combine German with another language (French, Portuguese, Russian or Spanish) on Modern Languages, or study it in joint honours with Contemporary Chinese Studies. German is an option in Modern Language Studies, Modern Languages with Business, Modern Languages with Translation and Modern European Studies. You may also combine German with subjects outside languages, in joint honours with English, International Media, alongside multiple disciplines in our BA Liberal Arts, or in Economics with German and Law with German and German Law.
Subject options
This course offers the following subject options:
- German with Dutch
Modules
The first-year core language course develops the four skills of reading, listening, speaking and writing. In addition, you will take a core German Studies module introducing you to the study of German linguistics, literature, history and film alongside further optional modules focusing on areas of German studies of your choice. You will also take modules outside German studies (in another language or a non-language subject). Beginners shall undertake intensive language studies to enable everyone to graduate with degree level German skills. In year two your German language studies will be developed and consolidated to prepare for the year abroad. In addition to your core language work, you will take modules in literature, culture, history, politics and society, and may opt for modules in linguistics. Your third academic year is spent in Germany or Austria either on a programme of studies in a higher education institution, working as an assistant in a school or on a work placement. In year four, you will develop your command of German to a high level and use it in increasingly sophisticated contexts. Former beginners and post-A level students take the same German language classes, and graduate at the same level in the language. You will also have a wide choice of modules in all the areas mentioned above. You may choose to write a dissertation. Placement and volunteering opportunities are available in the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies, as well as via the Nottingham Advantage Award.
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- R220
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - ABBBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Scottish Advanced Higher - AB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - A - B
Extended Project - A
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M2, M3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall including at least 8.0 in German if taking post A Level pathway. No language qualification required for beginners pathway.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| EU | £21500* | Year 1 |
| England | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250* | Year 1 |
| International | £21500* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
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