German Studies Courses
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82-121 Elementary German I
This course is for students with no prior experience in German. Using a proficiency-oriented approach, students will develop contextually appropriate interpersonal communication skills in both written and spoken German, develop reading and listening skills through the use…
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82-122 Elementary German II
This course is designed for students who have taken first-semester German at Carnegie Mellon or learned its equivalent as determined by placement. Using a proficiency-oriented approach, students will expand contextually appropriate interpersonal communication skills in…
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82-221 Intermediate German I
The goal of Intermediate German I is to further develop students linguistic and cultural knowledge, allowing them to feel more comfortable as a user of German. By the end of the semester, students should be able to: use and understand German in everyday situations;…
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82-222 Intermediate German II
Fulfills 'Intercultural and Global Inquiry' Gen Ed requirement!
This course aims to increase your proficiency in all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening comprehension. You will get practice in speaking and listening through classroom discussions…
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82-320 Contemporary Society in Germany, Austria and Switzerland in the 20th Century
Fulfills 'Intercultural and Global Inquiry' GenEd requirement!
This course offers an introduction to contemporary German culture since 1989. Switzerland and Austria will be frequently included in class discussions but the main focus will be on Germany. In the wake of…
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82-423 Advanced Research in German Studies
This course permits in-depth, 400-level study in the following courses: 82-320 Contemporary Society in Germany, Austria and Switzerland or 82-323 Germany, Austria and Switzerland in the 20th Century. Students will meet with the regularly scheduled 300-level class, read…
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82-521/522 Special Topics in German Studies
Restricted to language majors who wish to go beyond the regular course offerings in German Studies involving group or individual study in a subject area approved by the instructor. VIEW the Schedule of Classes for more details