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For historical, cultural, linguistic, and economic reasons, German is a particularly useful language for Americans. It is one of the three most widely studied languages in the world, it is a medium of communication for travelers, and it is an important research tool for scientists, scholars, genealogists, and others. Knowledge of German can also be a valuable career asset, especially when combined with additional education for careers in government, the sciences, the armed forces, travel and tourism, the media, and, increasingly, international business. The German major is offered in cooperation with the University of South Dakota and South Dakota State University. Most courses above the level of German 312 are taught as shared courses by faculty from all three universities by means of distance-learning technology. There is currently a shortage of German teachers in the Midwest. All students of German are encouraged to study at a university in a German-speaking country for at least one semester. Northern State University has exchange agreements with universities in Magdeburg, Lüneburg, and Schmalkaklen, Germany, which enable students to study there for little more than the cost of studying at NSU. Hochschule Magdeburg has also offered our lower-level students the opportunity to participate in a very inexpensive, four-week, intensive German course offered in the summer. Our students may also participate in exchange programs provided by the University of South Dakota at German universities in Oldenburg and Jena. A student entering NSU with modern language background in high school, may enter at a higher level – using the criteria of 1 year high school equals 1 semester at NSU. If a C or higher is earned in a course, the student may receive credit for previous courses up through 202 for the nominal fee of $7.50 per credit. The student would need to make the request in the Registrar’s office, complete the form and pay at the finance office. Career Directions Translating and interpreting International business The tourist industry Journalism Library science Publishing Theology The diplomatic service The Foreign Service The Military Graduate Study (e.g. archaeology, art history, languages, law, library science, linguistics, music, philosophy, and religious studies)
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
For historical, cultural, linguistic, and economic reasons, German is a particularly useful language for Americans. It is one of the three most widely studied languages in the world, it is a medium of communication for travelers, and it is an important research tool for scientists, scholars, genealogists, and others. Knowledge of German can also be a valuable career asset, especially when combined with additional education for careers in government, the sciences, the armed forces, travel and tourism, the media, and, increasingly, international business. The German major is offered in cooperation with the University of South Dakota and South Dakota State University. Most courses above the level of German 312 are taught as shared courses by faculty from all three universities by means of distance-learning technology. There is currently a shortage of German teachers in the Midwest. All students of German are encouraged to study at a university in a German-speaking country for at least one semester. Northern State University has exchange agreements with universities in Magdeburg, Lüneburg, and Schmalkaklen, Germany, which enable students to study there for little more than the cost of studying at NSU. Hochschule Magdeburg has also offered our lower-level students the opportunity to participate in a very inexpensive, four-week, intensive German course offered in the summer. Our students may also participate in exchange programs provided by the University of South Dakota at German universities in Oldenburg and Jena. A student entering NSU with modern language background in high school, may enter at a higher level – using the criteria of 1 year high school equals 1 semester at NSU. If a C or higher is earned in a course, the student may receive credit for previous courses up through 202 for the nominal fee of $7.50 per credit. The student would need to make the request in the Registrar’s office, complete the form and pay at the finance office. Career Directions Translating and interpreting International business The tourist industry Journalism Library science Publishing Theology The diplomatic service The Foreign Service The Military Graduate Study (e.g. archaeology, art history, languages, law, library science, linguistics, music, philosophy, and religious studies)
Admission Requirements
5+
Applicants must meet one of the following requirements: Minimum cumulative high school GPA of 2.6; Rank in the top 60 percent of high school class. Other English Language Requirements: They need to score 525 or above on TOEFL PBT and 41 or above on PTE.
48 Months
Jan-2000
Tuition fees
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0 USD
International
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Programme overview
Main Subject
Modern Languages
Degree
BA
Study Level
Undergraduate
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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