BA Germanic Languages and Literature at Harvard University

Our program invites you to explore the languages, literatures, societies and cultures of the German-speaking and Scandinavian regions of Europe: Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Liechtenstein; and Denmark, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden. We offer language courses in German and Swedish as well as tutorials in Danish, Dutch, Icelandic, Norwegian, and Old Norse, all of which provide a gateway to an exciting exploration of the tremendous impact these cultures have had on the development of Western civilization – from the Vikings to the present day.

Faculty: Harvard College: Arts and Humanities  |  Department: Germanic Languages and Literature  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Cambridge, MA, United States

What you will study

Our goal is to provide students with the enriching experience of studying languages, literatures, and cultures different from their own so they can gain new perspectives on their languages and countries of origin. By acquiring proficiency in German, Dutch, or a Scandinavian language, students will gain a lasting skill useful in many fields of endeavor. Gateway courses include Freshmen are encouraged to take language courses in the department at the appropriate level as determined by the Harvard Placement test in German or their SAT II test. We offer both regular and intensive language courses at the beginning and intermediate.

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