Program Overview

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German Studies

Overview

The German Studies major caters for students at all levels, from absolute beginners to intermediate and native speakers. While becoming fluent in the German language, you will also explore centuries of German history and culture, contemporary film and media, as well as Germany’s profound impact on the sciences, music and philosophy, both in Europe and around the world.

Course Structure

This major is available in three streams, catering from beginner to intermediate to advanced speakers. It is possible to combine German Studies with a second major from within Arts, Biomedical Science, Commerce or Science.

Popular Combinations

• Music Studies
• Political Science and International Relations

Course Details

• Status: Available
• Locations: Perth (Crawley campus)
• Attendance: Full-time, Part-time
• Delivery: On-campus
• Starting dates: Semester 1, Semester 2
• Weekly contact time: 12-15 contact hours, plus at least twice as much of your own study time
• Level of study: Undergraduate
• Course Code: MJD-GRMNB
• Full time/part time duration: 3 years (BA); 4 years (BPhil [Hons])

Career Pathways

As a European language graduate, you're well qualified for career opportunities in the diplomatic services, teaching and training, interpreting and translating, as well as positions in travel, hospitality, publishing, theatre, commerce, manufacturing, law and international relations. Knowledge of a foreign language is particularly valuable for opportunities in international banking, journalism and communications, medical areas, music and the arts. Employment opportunities are also found in the public sector.

Potential career opportunities include:

• Diplomat
• Journalist
• Translator*
• Teacher*

*Postgraduate study may be required

Further Study

This major lays the foundation for further study options at honours and postgraduate level.

You may be interested in the Master of Translation Studies.

Fees and Scholarships

Domestic Student Fees

For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required.

International Student Fees

Annual course fee

2025

$48,300.00

Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Admission Requirements

Minimum Entry Requirements

Below you’ll find a list of admission equivalencies for this course's Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).

• All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 9
• Canadian High School (except Quebec): 68
• French Baccalaureate: 10
• Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 507
• GCE A-Levels: 8
• German Abitur: 3.6
• Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 14
• Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 45
• Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 75.5
• International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 24
• Malaysian STPM: 10
• Monash University Foundation Year: 254
• NCUK Foundation Program: 8
• Norwegian Vitnemål: 3.5
• Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 6.5
• South African National Senior Certificate: 4
• South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 324
• Sweden Slutbetyg: 14.5
• Trinity College Foundation: 280
• Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 14
• University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 61
• US College Board Advanced Placements: 7
• US College Board SAT: 1130
• Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 56
• Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 75

English Competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

How to Apply

The application process to this course is different for the assured and graduate entry pathways, and for international and domestic applicants.

Refer to the below regarding application processes for each of the pathways. More information regarding admission requirements and prerequisites for each pathway can be found on the 'Admission Requirements' tab.

Domestic Pathways

• Domestic Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via TISC. Refer to TISC Online for current course codes and application deadlines.
• Domestic Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via GEMSAS, which open and close in accordance with the GEMSAS timeline. All domestic applicants must submit a valid GAMSAT score by the application closing date.

International Pathways

• International Assured Pathway/School Leaver Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.
• International Graduate Entry: Applications are lodged via UWA's online application system or via an authorised international education agent.

Course Structure Details

Beginner

• Level 1:
  • Core: GRMN1401 German Beginners 1 (6), GRMN1402 German Beginners 2 (6)
• Level 2:
  • Core: GRMN2002 German Studies 3B (6), GRMN2403 German Studies 3 (6), GRMN2404 German Studies 4 (6)
• Level 3:
  • Core: GRMN3405 German Studies 5 (6), GRMN3406 German Studies 6 (6), GRMN3813 German Studies 13 (6)

Intermediate

• Level 1:
  • Core: GRMN1403 German Studies 3 (6), GRMN1404 German Studies 4 (6)
• Level 2:
  • Core: GRMN2405 German Studies 5 (6), GRMN2406 German Studies 6 (6), GRMN2812 German Studies 12 (6)
• Level 3:
  • Core: GRMN3813 German Studies 13 (6)
  • Option: GRMN3407 German Studies 7 (6), GRMN3408 German Studies 8 (6), GRMN3409 German Studies 9 (6), GRMN3410 German Studies 10 (6)

Advanced

• Level 1:
  • Core: GRMN1405 German Studies 5 (6), GRMN1406 German Studies 6 (6)
• Level 2:
  • Core: GRMN2812 German Studies 12 (6)
  • Option: GRMN2407 German Studies 7 (6), GRMN2408 German Studies 8 (6), GRMN2409 German Studies 9 (6), GRMN2410 German Studies 10 (6)
• Level 3:
  • Core: GRMN3813 German Studies 13 (6)
  • Option: GRMN3407 German Studies 7 (6), GRMN3408 German Studies 8 (6), GRMN3409 German Studies 9 (6), GRMN3410 German Studies 10 (6)

You'll Learn To

• read, write, listen and speak in German
• interact confidently and successfully in situations involving German cultural conventions
• interpret German language texts – written, audio, visual – in the light of German culture and society
• move with accuracy and skill between the English and German languages and cultures
• apply communication, problem-solving, teamwork and interpersonal skills

Why Study This Course?

• Gain a competitive advantage in almost any field (both internationally and in Australia) through knowledge of a language other than English
• Germany is a world leader in research, development and innovation, as well as in information and communication technologies, all of which will become increasingly important in the future
• Get to know students from a wide range of disciplines and work closely with supportive tutors in interactive, engaging language classes

Why Take a Second Major

• Expand your skills – Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
• Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.
• Study your passion alongside your interests – Do you love Marketing? Law? History of Art? Pursue a career while studying something else you love! Your second major can be from any other school across the university.
• No additional time – Choosing two majors instead of one won’t add any additional time to your undergraduate degree. A standard bachelor degree consists of the same amount of units either way.
• Discover what you want to do while you’re doing it – Not sure what career you want when you graduate? It’s very common for undergraduate students to be unsure. Choosing two majors in different areas will give you the opportunity to explore multiple interests and see what fits best. Majors can be switched until the end of your first year without adding any time onto your degree.

Assured Pathways

If you’re a school leaver and interested in this area of study, use your ATAR to gain an advantage by applying for undergraduate and postgraduate study at the same time through an Assured Pathway.

Your Degree Options

This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Philosophy
• Bachelor of Modern Languages

Why You Should Study German at UWA

• Gain a competitive advantage in almost any field (both internationally and in Australia) through knowledge of a language other than English
• Germany is a world leader in research, development and innovation, as well as in information and communication technologies, all of which will become increasingly important in the future
• Get to know students from a wide range of disciplines and work closely with supportive tutors in interactive, engaging language classes

Become a Bilingual Citizen of the World at the Largest Language Hub in Western Australia

• Immerse yourself in another language. Learn to see the world in a new way. Move between cultures with ease.
• With our unique course structure, you can combine a language with your other interests to create your perfect study plan. French and Finance? Chinese and Chemistry? German and Geography? Japanese and Jurisprudence? It’s up to you.
• You’ll learn to translate not just words, but ideas.
• During your studies you can put your skills into practice by travelling overseas with one of our many global learning opportunities, from short courses to long-term student exchange programs.
• After completing an undergraduate major in any of our eight modern languages (Chinese Studies, Indonesian Studies, Japanese Studies, Korean Studies, French Studies, German Studies, Italian Studies, and Spanish Studies), you could continue on to our Master of Translation Studies (the only course of its kind in Western Australia) to gain a prestigious professional qualification. The Master of Translation Studies (12520) is accredited by the National Accreditation Authority of Translators and Interpreters (NAATI).

Why You Should Take a Language as Your Second Major or Minor

• Expand your skills – Taking a second major either in a complementary area or in something like Economics or Business Law will show you have developed transferable skills such as, teamwork, critical thinking, digital literacy and presentation skills – which are highly sought after in the workforce.
• Add it to your resume – Employers are looking for graduates who have skills in a variety of areas. Two majors will expand your career prospects and help you stand out amongst the crowd.
• Study your passion alongside your interests – Do you love Marketing? Law? History of Art? Pursue a career while studying something else you love! Your second major can be from any other school across the university.
• No additional time – Choosing two majors instead of one won’t add any additional time to your undergraduate degree. A standard bachelor degree consists of the same amount of units either way.
• Discover what you want to do while you’re doing it – Not sure what career you want when you graduate? It’s very common for undergraduate students to be unsure. Choosing two majors in different areas will give you the opportunity to explore multiple interests and see what fits best. Majors can be switched until the end of your first year without adding any time onto your degree.