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German at IU Southeast
"Those who don't know a foreign language know nothing of their own." — Goethe
Program Overview
The Department of Modern Languages at IU Southeast believes that the study of a language should enable the student to participate in written and oral communication in the foreign language. Through language study, students gain knowledge and understanding of the cultures of the world, connect with other disciplines and acquire information that may be unavailable to the monolingual English speaker, develop insight into the nature of language and culture, are more aware of the inner workings and richness of their first language, and participate in communities at home and abroad.
The German undergraduate program are designed for those who desire a greater understanding of the world through the study of language, contemporary culture, history, literature, music, and film. German majors receive excellent professional preparation for a career as language teachers (note that there are additional requirements for teacher certification) and for entry into an advanced degree program. To expand employment options, students are encouraged to combine a language degree with a major in one or more additional fields.
