BA German & Music

The BA German and Music course at Cardiff University offers a unique blend of language and culture studies along with musical education. This three-year full-time course allows students to spend their third year in Germany or another German-speaking country, providing them with first-hand knowledge of the culture and language.Course Content: Throughout the course, students will explore a variety of topics in both fields, from the study of German language, culture, and history to different aspects of music including history, theory, and performance. The course is divided into two main parts - Core and optional modules, where core modules provide a strong foundation in both areas of study and optional modules let students pursue their personal interests.Key Modules: Some of the core modules include German Language (Beginners and Advanced), German Cinema, Composition, Music and Words, Sound in Action, Issues in Popular Music and Culture, among others. The optional modules offer a wide variety of topics like German for professional purposes, music and philosophy, and orchestration and arrangement.Accreditations: This course is accredited by the University of Cardiff.Future Careers: Graduates in this course will have a wide range of career possibilities. The dual focus on language and music prepares students for opportunities in the music industry, media, translation, international organizations, diplomacy, and many other sectors requiring a strong command over language and cultural understanding.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.