BA Comparative German Studies (50% weighting) at Heidelberg University

The focus of Comparative German Studies is the comparative and intercultural examination of German language, literature, and culture.

Faculty: Faculty of Modern Languages  |  Department: Institute for German as a Foreign Language Philology  |  Duration: 6 semesters (3 years)  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time option available); German-taught  |  Intake: Winter and summer semester  |  Location: Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

What you will study

Linguistics, Literature The Introductory Module (recommended for the 1st – 2nd semesters) introduces students to the core issues and methodological basics of the subject. The Advanced Module (recommended to be taken in the 3rd semester or later) provides further in-depth knowledge in selected areas to enable students to conduct independent academic work.

Career pathways

This specialisation will be supplemented by career-oriented applied courses: Students may choose from either Didactics of German as a Foreign/Second Language or Intercultural Communication. Career-Oriented Applied Courses

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