German

With a degree in German from NSU, students can speak, read, write, and understand this important language fluently.
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About The Program
College of Arts and Sciences

German

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Knowledge of German culture, history, and literature sharpens your skills in critical thinking, creativity, communication, and teamwork: skills you need for jobs in most any field.

A major in German can complement nearly any other major. Focused training in German translation and business communication complement emphasis on the cultural accomplishments of the German-speaking world. 

The ability to communicate effectively in another language such as German, and to function in a culture different from one's own, is of critical importance in today's global economy and society.

At Northern, all German courses are available face-to-face and online, and the German minor is available completely online! We also offer exciting study abroad opportunities through our partner schools in Magdeburg and Schmalkalden, Germany.

 

Careers 

Employment of graduates of foreign language programs is mainly concentrated in the private, for-profit sector, including businesses and corporations; and the education sector, mostly as secondary school teachers. However, familiarity and experience with German language and culture can advance the career aspirations of anyone who seeks to succeed as a professional in the global economy.

Potential job titles include elementary, middle, and high school teachers; interpreters; news analysts, reporters, and correspondents; postsecondary teachers, writers, editors and translators.

For more information on careers in your major or help choosing a major, contact the NSU Career Center.

Internships 

German majors should consider taking the GER 494 Internship in German course in order to gain valuable professional skills in document research and translation as a part of their program and career training. NSU is home to a growing Germans-from-Russia documents collection, which allows students to undertake internships involving the transcription, translation, and researching of these documents.

NSU College of Arts and Sciences Internships

Scholarships 

German Club scholarships are awarded annually to recognize excellence in German study at all levels.

Arts and Sciences Scholarships

NSU Scholarships

Courses 

German (BA) Course Requirements and Student Learning Outcomes

German Minor Course Requirements

Germans from Russia Certificate

Plans of Study 

German (BA) Plan of Study

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“I knew that I wanted to attend a college that was in South Dakota, but I wanted one that was far enough away from home that I could step out of my comfort zone and explore being an independent adult. Aberdeen is five hours away from Rapid City, meaning that I wouldn’t be able to go home all the time without missing out on some of my college experiences. When I first toured Northern’s campus, I didn’t feel overwhelmed, but I felt like it would be a doable challenge for me. Northern allowed me to step out of my comfort zone without feeling like I was lost. I was able to make friends, converse with my professors, and explore a city I had never looked at twice before moving to it. Northern gave me a new place to call home for the remainder of my college career. I am currently the president of the speech and debate club at NSU. I had never been involved in speech and debate in high school, but during my introduction to speech class by Dr. Sills, she encouraged me to talk to Dr. Foote who runs the club and I’ve loved being involved with the team and program.”—Rachel Peterson #BeNorthern #UnleashYourPotential #NorthernStateU #WhyNSU

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Contact Information 

For more information about this degree, contact Jessica Ness, or call 605-626-2272 or 605-626-7900.

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