Languages, Literatures and Cultures
The German minor at UNH offers an enriching exploration of the most widely spoken language in Europe, along with the vibrant cultures of German-speaking countries. Here you'll be able to develop your language skills through immersive experiences, from attending weekly conversation hours to studying abroad in cities like Berlin, Munich or Vienna.
With comprehensive coursework in language, culture and society, the German minor at UNH will enhance any major you choose and prepare you for diverse international careers in business, diplomacy, or education.
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If you’re interested in the German language, literature and culture orintend to pursue a career where a background in foreign languages and culture would be useful, the German minor is for you. German is the most widely spoken language in Europe, and Germany plays a significant role in the global economy, making this minor program well suited to a variety of national and international careers.
You’ll gain a solid foundation in the German language while also studying aspects of the political, social and cultural life of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You’ll have the opportunity to study abroad with your professors and classmates in our summer Berlin program, or join programs at universities such as Berlin, Freiburg, Heidelberg, Innsbruck, Marburg, Munich, Tübingen or Vienna. On campus, you’ll be encouraged to attend the Stammtisch —the German conversation hour—and also will have access to a wide array of extracurricular opportunities and co-curricular programming.
The German minor is offered by the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures. This program is of interest to the following groups of students:
Academic policies related to Minors.
A minor in German consists of completing five courses (20 credits).
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Five electives selected from GERM 503 or above | 20 | |
| Total Credits | 20 | |
The minor may include one course taught in English but not LLC 791 Methods of Foreign Language Teaching.
Students interested in the minor should contact a faculty member from the German program to discuss their course of study.