BA German and Norwegian

The 'German and Norwegian BA' at the University College London (UCL) is a comprehensive bachelor's degree program designed to enable students to become proficient in the German and Norwegian languages while also understanding the cultures, histories and societies of the German and Norwegian-speaking world. Over the course of four years, students will develop a strong command of both languages and also spend a year abroad experiencing firsthand the cultures they are studying.Course Content: The program structure includes a mix of core and optional modules covering areas of German and Norwegian language, literature, cinema, history, politics, and culture. Studies commence with an intensive language training in German and Norwegian, followed by exploration into the respective cultures. In Year 3, students spend a year abroad, usually working as an assistant in a school, studying at a partner institution, or undertaking a work placement.Key Modules: Although the curriculum is subject to change, key modules generally include: Norwegian Level 1, German Studies: History & Culture, Narrative Texts: An Introduction to German Literature, and Images and Ideas: An Introduction to German Film and Visual Culture.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the University College London (UCL).Future Careers: Graduates from the program find careers in diverse fields including international business, diplomacy, the arts, teaching, translation, and academia. The degree also equips students with key transferable skills like problem-solving, research capability, critical thinking, and communication - valuable to any career choice.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.