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Overview & Aims

Learn German for study and work in Europe’s largest economy while engaging with German-language cultures and ideas. Aim for progression towards B2 on the CEFR.

Structure & Credits

40 ECTS – all mandatory. Two routes: Beginner (1B → 2B → 1A → 2A) or Intermediate (1A → 2A plus German Studies 1 & 2).

Module Listing 

  • German Language 1A
  • German Studies 1
  • German Language 2A
  • German Studies 2

Beginner route:

  • German Language 1B
  • German Language 2B
  • German Language 1A
  • German Language 2A

Why Take This Minor

Add a high‑value language for careers in tech, engineering, business, culture and public service while broadening your European outlook.