Course summary
German-speaking artists, historians, musicians, philosophers and politicians have all left their mark in the history books. The countries that speak this language are some of the economic powerhouses of Europe. We’ve been teaching German at all levels longer than most other universities in this country and have been the top-ranked research unit in linguistics in the UK for 20 years in each of the last four national Research Excellence Framework assessments. Our academic team have expertise in German sociolinguistics, philosophy, literature and culture. You’ll probably struggle to find anywhere else where conversations about linguistics are as diverse. Past guest speakers have included famous historians, political commentators and journalists such as Neill McGregor, Timothy Garton Ash and Philip Oltermann, as well as leaders working in areas such as speech therapy, computational linguistics, child language and accent bias. Opportunities everywhere Cultural institutions in London, such as the Goethe Institute, British Library and the Austrian Cultural Forum provide us with materials to support our teaching. Our Centre for Anglo-German Cultural relations (https://www.qmul.ac.uk/cagcr/) also hosts German-language writers on campus who offer students experience in translating their newest works into English. Want to really immerse yourself? You’ll have opportunities to study at German, Austrian and Swiss universities, as well as to complete placements in these countries and classrooms. From teaching to journalism, business to law, your impressive combination of linguistic and cultural competence will make you a great fit for a range of sectors. So, decide where you want to go, and we’ll show you the way to success.
Modules
YEAR 1 Compulsory Culture and Language German language module (streamed according to entry level) Choose from a range of modules including English in Use Introduction to English Syntax Introduction to Phonology Language Acquisition Language in the UK Languages of the World Sounds of English Please note that all modules are subject to change.
Assessment method
Assessment typically includes a combination of research diaries, poster presentations, class tests and exams. In your final year, you will do a research project, working on real data, using cutting-edge theoretical ideas, which will bring together everything you have learned.
How to apply
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:
- RQ21
- Institution code:
- Q50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- 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 - BBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 15 credits
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points
Extended Project
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
All applicants to QMUL must show they meet a minimum academic English language standard for admission and to be successful on the course. Please refer to the website below for details on our English Language requirements by course and acceptable alternative qualifications. You will also find important information regarding UKVI's English requirements if you are applying as an international student who will require Tier 4 immigration permission to enter the UK.
Queen Mary University of London: English Language Requirements
http://www.qmul.ac.uk/international/englishlanguagerequirements/index.html#
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250* | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250* | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
Queen Mary University of London
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