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Germany: First-year German Program, Georg-August University, Göttingen

Host Institution

Georg-August University, Göttingen

Highlights

EAP’s spring language and culture program in Potsdam focuses exclusively on German language training and selected topics in German studies. Courses are designed especially for UC students to provide the equivalent of the first year of German language instruction in one semester. Course work incorporates components of language, literature, German area studies, and cross-cultural studies. (details)

Duration

Spring semester: early April to mid/late July (calendar)
See the EAP website for current calendars.

Academic Focus

The academic program consists of:

• Language instruction at the first-year level, including a German grammar, speaking and listening practice, and the development of reading and writing skills.
• Elective course work. Students select two courses from a list of topics intended to provide the cultural content of the program and the background upon which their linguistic skills will be developed.
• Project work. Each student is required to select a project from a list of topics on which to work throughout the semester; each student will produce a written paper and oral report, both in German, at the conclusion of the program.

For course descriptions and additional information, see the EAP Course Information page.

Language of Instruction

German

Language Study

Language-based curriculum. All language courses must be taken for a letter grade.

Units

Students are required to take a full-time course of study while abroad. Approximately 21 UC quarter units per semester are required (about five courses).

Housing

Students may live in dormitories with international students, UC students, and host country students. Students may also make their own private housing arrangements. (details)

Estimated Cost

For estimated program costs, see the Financial Overview page.

To Apply

If you are interested in applying for this program, see the Selection Criteria and Application Deadlines.

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