Academic Calendar - 2026
Western University Academic Calendar. - 2026
CERTIFICATE IN GERMAN STUDIES (formerly CERTIFICATE IN GERMAN)
Faculty of Arts and Humanities - Languages, Cultures, and Linguistics
Open to all students in the University, the Certificate aims to develop practical language skills in German as well as knowledge of German-speaking cultures and intercultural competencies. Any undergraduate student may apply for admission, subject to prerequisites.
Admission Requirements
Completion of first-year requirements, including German 1030 with a mark of at least 60%. Students with Grade 12 U German will begin the certificate with German 2200. A student may not pursue both a Certificate in German Studies and the Minor in German Studies.
Module/Program Information
Certificate Program
1.0 course: German 2200.
1.0 course from: Intercultural Communications 2100 and above.
1.0 course from: German 2100 and above, Art History 2620F/G, Film Studies 3335F/G, History 2147A/B, Music 2942A/B/Y, Philosophy 2065F/G.
Notes:
- Students may also select from relevant courses from Film Studies, History, Music, Philosophy, and Visual Arts. Consult the Undergraduate Chair in the Department of Languages, Cultures, and Linguistics for more information.
- Consult the department for study abroad or exchange possibilities in German speaking countries.
Progression
Progression Requirements
To progress and complete the program, students must achieve and maintain a minimum average of 70% in the required courses.