German (Minor)
The German minor develops advanced speaking, writing and intercultural skills through courses in language, culture and literature. Flexible options allow coursework in German or English. With 19 credit hours, this minor enhances employability, study abroad opportunities and graduate school applications while preparing you for global careers in business, diplomacy and beyond.
This program was approved for students entering the university in the Summer 2025-Spring 2026 catalog year. For more information about catalog year, go to Catalog Year Information.
Minor in German
Unit: College of Arts and Sciences (AS)
Department: Classical and Modern Languages
Academic Plan Code(s): GERMMINOR
The German minor is designed for all students seeking to expand their German language and intercultural competencies beyond the introductory level. The program complements a wide variety of majors by unlocking new opportunities to study and intern abroad. Additionally, this minor increases students’ marketability to potential employers and graduate programs domestically and internationally by demonstrating greater German language proficiency and intercultural awareness.The German minor provides flexibility in allowing students to complete its requirements exclusively through courses taught in German or by including courses taught in English. Whether your goals are to live and work in a German-speaking country or you just enjoy learning about German language and culture, the German minor has you covered!
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GER 221 | Journey into the German-Speaking World I | 4 |
| GER 222 | Journey into the German-Speaking World II | 3 |
| GER 280 | Culture of the German-Speaking World - AH, P2 | 3 |
| GER 321 | Intercultural German Communication I (Speaking) | 3 |
| Select two of the following courses: | 6 | |
GER 311 | Independent Study | |
GER 313 | Special Topics in German Literature, Language, and Culture | |
GER 322 | Intercultural German Communication II (Writing) | |
GER 599 | Special Topics | |
M L 240 | World LGBTQ+ Cinema - P2, SB | |
M L 330 | The Power of Language(s): Social, Political, and Cultural Dimensions - WR | |
M L 350 | The Literary Fairy Tale - AH | |
M L 440 | Community Internship | |
| Minimum Total Hours | 19 | |
At least three (3) semester hours of the requirements for a minor must be successfully completed while enrolled in the University of Louisville.