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Undergraduate

BA German

Is this programme for me?

German is a key language in Europe today, with an ever-strengthening role. This degree will give you an intimate first-hand familiarity with a European culture which will put you on a cosmopolitan 'wavelength' in life, and in your reading. Exploration of another culture, past and present, is an enriching experience, giving historical perspective and enhanced cultural, social and aesthetic vision. As you advance towards graduate status you will acquire the ability to read, speak and write German accurately, and with ease.

Programme aims

The BA comprises a range of interrelated options in German language, linguistics, literature, society and thought.

• In literature you can choose from a chronological range that extends from the 18th century to the present
• In linguistics you will examine the structures of contemporary  German, and also go back to the origins of the language and observe how it has developed
• You'll develop the confidence which comes with appraising intellectual issues, articulating your own conclusions by developing an independent and enterprising spirit.

Programme structure

The BA consists of 12 units.

Prestige and career progression

The programme has been developed by the Department of German at Royal Holloway, a 5* faculty - one of the highest ranking language departments in the UK. The intellectual and personal qualities which degree-level work in the humanities develops are in demand in the work place. You can expect to achieve a broad range of transferable skills, communicative competence and the ability to discriminate and analyse. The degree will prepare you for many careers including the public services, teaching and research, journalism, media and business.

Flexible study at a reasonable cost

You have 3-8 years to complete the BA. The total fee payable to the University is £2,710. Please note that this figure does not reflect any annual fee increase and assumes completion in the minimum study period permitted. Suitably qualified candidates may apply for exemption from any of the Foundation units of the BA German.

Study materials

The study materials that include:
· Studying for a Degree in the Humanities and Social Sciences
· Student handbook
· Subject guides
· Past exam papers and Examiners' reports
· Regulations

Note: You need to provide your own textbooks - so before you register for the programme the University will advise you to consider the facilities available to you locally, and how accessible books are likely to be.

 

Summary of key dates
Application deadline	17 September (non-EU) 17 October (EU) in the year before you intend to sit your first examinations
Registration deadline	30 November
Despatch of study materials	Shortly after your registration form is received
Start studying	As soon as you receive your study materials
Examinations take place	May