UCD Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
"Studying German at UCD has shaped the best few years of my life so far. I chose from an extensive range of interesting and diverse modules that intensified my interest in German culture. I spent an incredible and eye-opening year on Erasmus. My language classes at UCD enabled me to adapt quickly to speaking German constantly while abroad and I was soon able to speak fluently enough to work there without any language difficulties. The degree has opened a huge spectrum of opportunities to me: language skills are much in demand for many jobs both abroad and in Ireland. Since fewer Irish students choose to study German, there is less competition amongst German-speaking candidates like me!"
Laura Cater Student Hohenzollernbrücke Köln (Cologne)
Choosing German German can be taken as part of a Joint Honours degree, either full time (DN500) or part time (DN501). Opportunities exist for suitably qualified students to spend an extra year abroad and graduate with a BA (International). If you wish to reach the level of linguistic proficiency required by employers, we recommend that you opt for the four-year BA (International) degree. Alternatively, if you wish to study more than one language, with a year abroad, consider DN541 International Languages (see page 50). Review the other subjects you can study with German by looking at the diagram on page 35.
Why is this subject for me? German is the most widely spoken first language in Europe, and, in economic terms, Germany’s strength is undisputed. Studying German therefore offers an array of cultural and business opportunities. Our teaching involves not only the language, but also the arts and culture of the German-speaking countries, equipping graduates with valuable intercultural understanding and key transferable skills.
What will I study? Core language and introductory literature modules are studied each year, as well as a range of modules in literature, history, translation and culture. Examples of modules include:
First Year German Language ¬ German Language for Beginners ¬ Introduction to German Literature ¬ Introduction to German Linguistics & Translation
Second & Third Year German Language (including Intensive German for Ex-Beginners) ¬ 19th Century German Literature ¬Modernist German Literature ¬ Translation English-German
Dr Gillian Pye (Head of German) UCD School of Languages, Cultures and Linguistics Newman, Belfield, Dublin 4
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ucd.ie/
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& German-English¬Grimms’ Tales and Adaptations ¬German-speaking Enlightenment ¬Contemporary German Prose ¬ Europe: Conflict & Co-operation
German is taught in lectures, classes and through independent study and recommended reading. Project work or group work may also feature.
Most modules have one major assessment component such as an essay or an examination paper, plus one or more smaller continuous assessment components.
Career & Graduate Study Opportunities German is a passport to global careers. Our graduates have found lucrative employment in many different areas including:
Advertising/Business/Finance ¬ Civil/ Diplomatic service ¬ International relations ¬ Journalism¬ Politics ¬ Teaching ¬ Translation ¬ Academia and research ¬ Careers in the EU
A BA in German is an ideal pathway to graduate study. Our graduate programmes include the MA in Modern Languages, MA in Applied Linguistics, MA in European Regional & Minority Cultures and MLitt in German. We also offer supervision for doctoral research in a range of specialised areas.
International Study Opportunities The additional year abroad for the BA International can be spent at one of the following of our partner institutions: Bayreuth ¬Berlin (FU) ¬Bozen (South Tirol) ¬ Erlangen ¬ Graz ¬ Konstanz ¬ Leipzig ¬Münster ¬Munich ¬ Potsdam¬ Vienna ¬Würzburg
Places may be limited and preference will be given to those with better results.
CAO Code DN500 Joint Hons Full Time CAO Code DN501 Joint Hons Part Time
CAO Points Range 2014 340 — 605
Length of Course BA Hons (3 Years) BA Intl (4 Years, including one year of study abroad)
Average Intake 60
Entry Requirements English ¬ Irish ¬ A third language ¬ Three other recognised subjects
Leaving Certificate Passes in six subjects including those shown above, of which two must be minimum HC3
A-Level/GCSE See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/alevel
Other EU Applicants See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/eu
Non-EU Applicants See
www.ucd.ie/myucd/noneu
Level 5/6 FETAC Entry Routes Yes, see
www.ucd.ie/myucd/fetac
Level 6/7 Progression Routes None
Mature Entry Route Yes, see page 182
Special Entry Recommendation students with no previous exposure to German; and another for those who hold a recommended HC3 or higher in Leaving Certificate German, or equivalent.
Other courses of interest International Languages
Commerce International
German BA (Hons) (NFQ Level 8)
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