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Courses in German

Language Placement

If you have no prior language experience, you can begin instruction here at UT Dallas. You can begin the process by taking a Language Placement Assessment.

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Course Lookup is the University’s semester-by-semester guide to finding classes using a customized search. Consult it for general scheduling. Not all courses are taught each semester.

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Undergraduate Courses

GERM 1311 Beginning German I (3 semester credit hours) This course will integrate acquisition of the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with study of German culture and civilization. Prerequisites: Completion of the language placement exam or instructor consent required.

GERM 1312 Beginning German II (3 semester credit hours) This course is a continuation of Beginning German I. It will integrate acquisition of the four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) with study of German culture and civilization. Prerequisite: GERM 1311 or equivalent or department consent required.

GERM 2311 (GERM 2311) Intermediate German I (3 semester credit hours) This course is a continuation of Beginning German. It will include review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The course emphasizes conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, composition, and culture. Includes the study of German culture and civilization. Prerequisite: GERM 1312 or equivalent or department consent required.

GERM 2312 (GERM 2312) Intermediate German II (3 semester credit hours) This course is a continuation of Intermediate German I. It will include review and application of skills in listening comprehension, speaking, reading, and writing. The course focuses on conversation, vocabulary acquisition, reading, and composition. A major course component will be an emphasis on German culture and civilization. Prerequisite: GERM 2311 or equivalent or department consent required.

GERM 2350 Business German (3 semester credit hours) This is a content-based course for developing communication skills in German for business purposes. This specialized course will benefit students in their pursuit of a professional career in the global business world. Prerequisite: GERM 1312.