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German - Minor

German - Minor

The German minor studies the German language, culture and literature and can be combined easily with numerous majors.

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Minor in German

Kent State University's Minor in German allows students to develop foundational skills in the German language while gaining insights into the culture and history of German-speaking regions. The program emphasizes language acquisition, focusing on speaking, reading, and writing proficiency, while exploring significant literary works and contemporary societal issues. This minor complements various majors, enhancing students' communication abilities and cultural understanding, which are valuable in fields such as education, international relations, and business. Graduates with this minor are well-prepared to engage effectively in diverse cultural contexts and pursue opportunities in global settings.

Program Information for German - Minor

Learning Outcomes

Program Learning Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  1. Perform language tasks in German at the intermediate-low to intermediate-mid level or above as described by the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Proficiency, in ACTFL terms, is understood to describe a range of qualities rather than an absolute norm and will vary according to task type, language function, topic, skill (listening, speaking, reading, writing) and so forth.
  2. Explain various facets of contemporary German-speaking cultures in German.
  3. Analyze aspects of the linguistic, ethnic, racial, religious, cultural and social diversity within German-speaking countries and communities in German.
  4. Explain the historical and political context of German-speaking cultures.
Admissions for German - Minor

Admission Requirements

Admission to a minor is open to students declared in a bachelor’s degree, the A.A.B. or A.A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree (not Individualized Program major). Students declared only in the A.A. or A.S. degree or the A.T.S. degree in Individualized Program may not declare a minor. Students may not pursue a minor and a major in the same discipline.

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Program Requirements

Minor Requirements

Prerequisite Requirements 1
GER 11201
ELEMENTARY GERMAN I
GER 11202
ELEMENTARY GERMAN II
GER 21201
INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I
GER 21202
INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II
Minor Requirements
GER 31201INTENSIVE GERMAN GRAMMAR 3
GER 31211GERMAN COMPOSITION AND CONVERSATION 3
GER 31303INTRODUCTION TO GERMAN LITERATURE 3
GER 31421GERMAN CIVILIZATION 3
German (GER) Culture and Literature Upper-Division Electives (30000 and 40000 level)6
Minimum Total Credit Hours:18
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Prerequisites may be satisfied with demonstrated language proficiency.

Graduation Requirements

Minimum Minor GPA Minimum Overall GPA
2.000 2.000
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be upper-division coursework (30000 and 40000 level).
  • Minimum 6 credit hours in the minor must be outside of the course requirements for any major or other minor the student is pursuing.
  • Minimum 50 percent of the total credit hours for the minor must be taken at Kent State (in residence).

Program Note

  • Some courses in the Department of Modern and Classical Language Studies are offered on a rotating basis, and course availability may change at any time. Please see the program coordinator or your academic advisor for course planning.
Program Delivery
  • Delivery:
    • In person
  • Location:
    • Kent Campus
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