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German

Major & Minor

Bachelor of Arts

Warum sollte ich Deutsch lernen? Learning another language connects you globally. Are you interested in developing your proficiency in German and acquiring knowledge about and appreciation of literatures and cultures in the German-speaking world?  As a German student at Austin College, you will explore courses covering language and linguistics to literature studies, from folk traditions to film studies, but also includes contemporary issues such as environmentalism and immigration.   Whether your goal is to earn a prestigious Fulbright teaching fellowships, or obtain positions in the U.S. and abroad, positions in government and in NGOs, adding German to your Austin College experience will enrich your future career opportunities.  

Student during Study Abroad trip

JanTerms are a one-month, intensive study either at home or abroad, offered in January or May. Travel courses to different parts of the world, studying culture and communication, enrich your educational experience in an evolving global world—while on-campus courses support your exportation of new areas of interest or a focused study of your passions.  

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Study Abroad

Austin College emphasizes international education for our students and offers a variety of ways for you to explore the world. Our students go overseas for cultural and language immersion. They pursue work in their majors, take electives, and engage in internships in other states and countries.

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Finish in Four*

with the skills to launch your career 

Your four-year academic experience

will strengthen and refine your skills in communication, critical thinking, and collaboration. At graduation with a degree in German you will be prepared to:

  • clearly communicate about basic everyday topics in German and be comfortable with engaging in a reciprocal and sustained conversation;
  • demonstrate understanding of cultural concepts of German speaking countries; and
  • engage in the interpretation and analysis of longer texts (literature and non-fiction), films and a variety of other sources ranging from the Middle Ages to the 21st century.  

Explore our Graduate Outcomes to learn more about what our graduates are doing today. 

Why you should learn German.

Are you interested in becoming a globally connected citizen?

Primary Language of European Union

Germany is the most populous country in the EU. About 100 million people speak German as their native tongue, and it is among the ten most published languages globally.

Fulbright Teaching Fellowships

Austin College is the largest producer of Fulbright recipients per capita in the state of Texas. The Fulbright program is the flagship international educational exchange program sponsored by the U.S. government to increase mutual understanding between the people of the United States and the people of other countries. 

Your Future Career

Are your goals to one day work in the U.S. or abroad, in government, research, business, or for a non-governmental organization?

Adding German to your Austin College experience will provide broad training for future career opportunities and equip you to function effectively in a different cultural setting. 

Meet our Faculty

Dr. Wolfgang Lueckel

Dr. Wolfgang Lueckel

Associate Professor of German, Classical and Modern Languages Department Chair

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Popular Courses

  • German Mythology 
  • German Crime and Detective Fiction 
  • History of German Cinema 
  • “The Greenest Nation?” 
  • German Culture in History, Literature, and Film