German

About this programme

The Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultural Studies offers instruction in German language, culture, and literature. The study of second languages is fundamental for everyone. With globalization progressing at a rapid speed, dealing with people from a variety of cultural and linguistic backgrounds will become increasingly important, both in our professional and personal lives. Canada is a multicultural and multilingual nation. By studying other cultures and languages, we do not only learn about them, but also get a deeper understanding of ourselves. Knowledge of second languages is important in many undergraduate and graduate programs, and will provide a competitive edge in any career. German is a language spoken in many European countries, but it is also one of the most important minority languages in Canada. Learning German will enable you to do business in some of the world's most important markets and give you access to the riches of German literature, philosophy and scie