German

Browse our German modules below and find the right level for you.

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Languages for All

These general language modules are open to all students (for credits or not), members of staff, and members of the public.

Available on a semester basis (11-12 weeks), they aim to develop language competence and cultural knowledge for professional and recreational purposes through small group weekly classes and guided independent learning.

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Degrees with German in the School of Languages and Cultures 

These modules are for undergraduate students undertaking a languages degree with the School of Languages and Cultures.

They are intended to build your proficiency in German over the years up to a near-native speaker level, taking into account any previous experience of the language you may have, whilst supporting your study of German culture in other modules. 

Please visit the German Studies website for information on available degrees and culture-related modules.

Year 1

Ab initio / Post-GCSE pathway:

Post-A-Level pathway:
Year 2

Ab initio / Post-GCSE pathway:

Post-A-Level pathways:
Year 4

Ab initio / Post-GCSE pathway without a Year Abroad:

Ab initio / Post-GCSE pathway with a Year Abroad:

Post-A-Level pathways:


STEM Degrees with German

These modules are for STEM students undertaking a degree with German or with Study Abroad.

In addition to general language modules, they include specialized modules preparing for, or accompanying the Year Abroad, and enabling you to become proficient users of German in your own STEM subject.

Year 1

Modules in brackets come in addition to the other modules for students taking 30 to 40 credits of language per year. The language Co-ordinator will advise you on which one(s) to take depending on your degree.

Year 2

Modules in brackets come in addition to the other modules for students taking 30 to 40 credits of language per year. The language Co-ordinator will advise you on which one(s) to take depending on your degree.

Year 3 (Abroad)

These modules may be optional depending on your degree

Year 4

Modules in brackets come in addition to the other modules for students taking 30 to 40 credits of language per year. The language Co-ordinator will advise you on which one(s) to take depending on your degree.

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International Merit Scholarships

We offer a generous package of financial support for international students including 75 undergraduate scholarships worth £10,000 towards the annual tuition fee and 125 postgraduate taught scholarships worth £5,000 towards the tuition fee. Applications are now open for existing offer holders.