German Studies (B.A.) Academic Course Map
Â鶹ÒùÔº pursuing the Bachelor of Arts degree in German Studies (GRMN) at CU Boulder will learn about all areas of German culture and its crucial role in the formation of the modern world. This interdisciplinary major focuses on the study of the German language, its manifestations in history, and its use in the current cultural and social context. The department strongly recommends that all majors take part in study abroad and offers competitive scholarships to support study abroad.
An education at CU with a major in German Studies gives students the best of what a humanities education has to offer. Our courses prepare students with practice in innovative and creative thinking; skills in critical thinking, writing, problem solving, and analysis; as well as adaptability and flexibility to live and work in a complex, increasingly globalized world. Their degree in German studies further equips them with discipline specific skills such as German language, knowledge of cultures in German speaking countries, historical and contemporary perspectives.
Admission Requirements
Â鶹ÒùÔº who begin at a Colorado Community College can transfer directly to CU Boulder to finish their degree in any of the programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences. Please see the CU Boulder College of Arts & Sciences’ Colorado Community College webpage for more information detailed information admissions requirements for students transfering from a Colorado Community College.
Transfer Recommendations
To graduate in a 4-year time frame, it is important that students follow the recommended schedule. Â鶹ÒùÔº who wish to continue their education at the community college beyond the number of credits specified below should explore with both community college and CU Boulder staff how their graduation timeline, COF stipend, and financial aid will be affected.
Suggested Four-Year Course Plan for the German Studies (GRMN) major:
This is a suggested guide of coursework only and is subject to change. Always consult your academic advisor for graduation planning purposes. Depending on a student’s situation, a different plan might be more applicable.
Â鶹ÒùÔº following this course map will transfer to CU Boulder after their second semester at a Colorado community college and before completing an associate degree.
Community College (first year)
Fall Semester 1
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
English Composition I (GT-CO1) | 3 | |
German Language I | 5 | |
MAT 120/1240 | Math for the Liberal Arts or any other GT-MA1 Course | 3 |
| Guaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1) | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Spring Semester 1
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
ENG 122/1022 | English Composition II (GT-CO2) | 3 |
| German Language II | 5 | |
ETH 215 OR | Discrimination, Diversity, & Difference in the U.S. (GT-SS3) OR | 3 |
| Guaranteed Transfer Natural & Physical Sciences Course (GT-SC1 or SC2) | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Total credits at your community college: 30
Completion of the two semesters of coursework listed above will fulfil a significant proportion of your General Education requirements at CU Boulder but will not complete the requirements for an associate degree.
CU Boulder (last 3 years)
Fall Semester 2
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
GRMN 2010 | Intermediate German 1 | 4 |
| Gen. Ed. course – Distribution: Social Sciences | 3 |
| Gen. Ed. course – Distribution: Natural Sciences | 4 |
| Lower- or Upper-Division Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 14 |
Spring Semester 2
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
GRMN 2020 | Intermediate German 2 | 4 |
| GRMN literature or culture course | 3 |
| Gen. Ed. course – Distribution: Social Sciences | 3 |
| Lower- or Upper-Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Lower- or Upper-Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 16 |
Fall Semester 3
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRMN 3010 | Advanced German 1 | 3 |
GRMN 3501 OR | The German-Jewish Experience OR | 3 |
Gen. Ed. course – Distribution: Social Sciences | 3 | |
| Lower- or Upper-Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Lower- or Upper-Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Spring Semester 3
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRMN 3020 OR GRMN 3030 | Advanced German 2 OR | 3 |
| Upper-Division GRMN literature or culture course taught in German or English | 3 | |
Upper Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Upper Division Non-Major Elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Fall Semester 4
| Course | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| GRMN 4110 | Advanced German III | 3 |
| GRMN 4550 | Senior Seminar in German Studies | 3 |
Upper-division elective | 3 | |
| Upper-division Nonmajor elective | 3 | |
| Upper-division Nonmajor elective | 3 | |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Spring Semester 4
| Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|
Upper-Division GRMN literature or culture course taught in German | 3 |
| Upper-Division GRMN literature or culture course taught in German | 3 |
Upper-division Nonmajor elective | 3 |
| Upper-division Nonmajor elective | 3 |
| Upper-division Nonmajor elective | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 |
Total credits at CU Boulder: 90
Completion of all eight semesters of coursework listed above fulfills the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts Degree with a major in German Studies at CU Boulder.
*For community college courses, the first course number is previous to summer 2022, and the second course number is the new number starting in summer 2022.
***Check to make sure your community college offers GER 112/1012 German Language II.