German (GER)
Subject-area course lists indicate courses currently active for offering at the University of Louisville. Not all courses are scheduled in any given academic term. For class offerings in a specific semester, refer to the Schedule of Classes.
500-level courses generally are included in both the undergraduate- and graduate-level course listings; however, specific course/section offerings may vary between semesters. Students are responsible for ensuring that they enroll in courses that are applicable to their particular academic programs.
Course Fees
Some courses may carry fees beyond the standard tuition costs to cover additional support or materials. Program-, subject- and course-specific fee information can be found on the Office of the Bursar website.
GER 000. German Study Abroad1-15 Units
Prerequisite(s): Membership in a Language Study Abroad Program and/or programs approved by the Department of Classical and Modern Languages.
Description: Credit awarded to students who have successfully completed the program. Upon return, the student will be required to demonstrate proficiency at a level agreed upon by the Department of Classical and Modern Languages prior to departure.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 121. German Language and Culture I4 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Description: Discover fundamental elements of German language and culture(s) in interdisciplinary and intercultural contexts. Become a member of our inclusive learning community and build your communicative competency through the practice of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. For beginners.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 122. German Language and Culture II4 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Prerequisite(s): GER 121 Explore more fundamental elements of German language and culture(s) in interdisciplinary and intercultural contexts as a member of our inclusive learning community.
Description: Expand your communicative competency through the practice of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Continuation of GER 121.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 123. German Language and Culture in Review4 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): GER 122 or equivalent or placement score between 201-400 on the WebCAPE German placement exam Deepen your understanding of the people(s) and culture(s) of the German-speaking world as you further develop your intercultural competency.
Description: Fine-tune basic German language skills to build your communicative competency in speaking, listening, reading, and writing in intercultural and interdisciplinary contexts. Identify opportunities to apply your German skills to your career and life goals. Continuation of GER 122.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 200. Study Abroad1-15 Units
Description: Participation in a University of Louisville study abroad program or another program undertaken with prior approval of the Department. Credit is awarded with proof of successful completion.
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GER 201. Journey into the German-Speaking World I3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): GER 123 or equivalent or placement score between 401-550 on the WebCAPE German placement exam.
Description: Discover new facets of German language and culture(s) through this interdisciplinary and intercultural exploration of specific cities of the German-speaking world. Develop your communicative competency through authentic reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Review fundamental elements of German language.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 202. Journey into the German-Speaking World II3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Prerequisite(s): GER 123 or equivalent or placement score between 401-550 on the WebCAPE German placement exam Explore additional facets of German language and culture(s) through this interdisciplinary and intercultural investigation of specific cities of the German-speaking world.
Description: Expand your communicative competency through authentic reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Review fundamental elements of German language.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 280. Culture of the German-Speaking World - D2, AH3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Only
Description: Introduction to the art, music, literature, film and philosophy of the German-speaking world from the Middle Ages to the present. Taught in English.
Note: Cross-listed with ML 280.
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GER 300. Study Abroad1-15 Units
Description: Participation in the University of Louisville study abroad program or another program undertaken with prior approval of the Department. Credit is awarded with proof of successful completion.
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GER 311. Independent Study3 Units
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and department.
Description: Independent study in German language, literature, and culture.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 313. Special Topics in German Literature, Language, and Culture3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Even Years
Prerequisite(s): GER 201, or GER 202 or equivalent or placement score between 551-650 on the WebCAPE German placement exam Investigate special topics in the literature, language(s) and/or culture(s) of the German-speaking world while developing your communicative competency and reviewing selected elements of German language.
Description:
Note: May be repeated once for credit.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 321. Intercultural German Communication I (Speaking)3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Spring Only
Prerequisite(s): GER 201 or GER 202 or equivalent or placement score between 551-650 on the WebCAPE German placement exam Elevate your German speaking skills and focus on the development of oral communication strategies.
Description: Deepen your understanding of the people(s) and culture(s) of the contemporary German-speaking world through authentic reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 322. Intercultural German Communication II (Writing)3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Fall Odd Years
Prerequisite(s): GER 321 Elevate your German writing skills and focus on the development of written communication strategies.
Description: Deepen your understanding of the people(s) and culture(s) of the contemporary German-speaking world through authentic reading, writing, speaking, and listening tasks. Continuation of GER 321.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 500. German Study Abroad1-15 Units
Prerequisite(s): Membership in a University of Louisville Language Study Abroad Program or a program approved by the department.
Description: Credit awarded upon demonstration of successful completion of program undertaken with prior approval of the department, including a paper or project and an oral or written examination in the language and culture, administered under the supervision of a faculty member.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
GER 599. Special Topics3 Units
Term Typically Offered: Occasionally Offered
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
Description: Topics of a unique or specialized nature in German language, literature or culture.
For class offerings for a specific term, refer to the Schedule of Classes
