German

2 nd
The most important trans-atlantic business language (after English)
100m
The native language of over 100 million Europeans
#1
The most common language spoken or learned in Europe (after English)
Key
The key to graduate study in the natural sciences, humanities, etc.

Program Overview

Our majors and minors can also earn a certificate in translation in German-English, as part of their degree. This is a professional qualification that will help you land a job after graduation.

At UNLV, German studies don't end in the classroom. Our German Club meets weekly to speak German in an informal atmosphere. We also show at least one German-language film each month and go to concerts, plays, and German restaurants often during each semester.

German Minor

Requirements for a Minor in German studies at UNLV consist of a minimum of 18 credits of German coursework. These may include GER 213 and GER 214. The 12 remaining credits are to be at the upper division (300-400) level, six of which must be in composition and conversation.

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German Major

Our Bachelor of Arts Major in German includes a minimum 36 credits of 200-400-level course work in Literature (24 credits), Composition and Conversation (6 credits), Linguistics (3 credits) and Culture and Civilization (3 credits). These are in addition to University and College of Liberal Arts requirements.

More Information on German Major

For the most up-to-date requirements and credit transfer information, consult the Wilson Advising Center.

Master of Arts in German Studies

This program is currently on hiatus and will be reactivated at a future date.

Admission Requirements

Completion of language level GER 114, or equivalent.

Career Information

In Las Vegas

Germans, Austrians and Swiss spend more on tourism than any other nationality. Your ability to serve them in their native language increases your options for good jobs in the hotel, hospitality or other sectors here in the southwest. Or become a German teacher yourself.

Around the USA

Taking German shows that you enjoy a challenge going beyond common language requirements, and impresses recruiters. In high-tech business, the arts, the military, and many government agencies German helps get you that first job or into graduate school, business, law, and medical school

Worldwide

Germany is America's largest European trading partner and the anchor country of the European Union. European diplomats, lawyers, bankers, business people, and others study German and need workers who speak it.

German Club
Credit By Exam

Certificate in Translation

The Certificate in Translation: German-English adds a further practical dimension to the German major or minor at UNLV, providing your future employers with specific information as to your language skills and practical qualifications in German.

Core Courses

All lower-division course requirements for the major or minor in German through GER 302, plus:

  • GER 321 (Contemporary Germany and Austria)
  • GER 405 (German Translation and Interpretation)
  • GER 408 (German Translation Project)
  • GER 416 (Business German)
  • GER 425 (Topics in German Culture)

Study Abroad

  • Earn UNLV credits at our site in Lüneburg, Germany
  • Perfect your German skills in Germany, Austria, or Switzerland
  • Make new friendships and lasting memories
  • Build an unbeatable resume, whatever your career goal
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