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Beginning Level (GN 101 and 102 include a one-hour lab requirement)

GN 101.  Introductory German I.—Essentials of language needed for proficient communication.  Includes basic exercises in listening comprehension, speaking, writing, and reading.  4 hours.

GN 102.  Introductory German II.—Continuation of GN 101.  Prerequisite: GN 101. 4 hours.

GN 190.  Study-Abroad.—First-year level of approved program in a German-speaking country.  Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.  1 to 6 hours.

Minor Level:

Prerequisite: Eight hours at the beginning level or equivalent

GN 201.  Intermediate German I.—Comprehensive review of grammar and composition through written exercises.  Also development of oral skills through readings for conversation.  3 hours.

GN 202.  Intermediate German II.—Continuation of GN 201.  Prerequisite: GN 201. 3 hours.

GN 204.  Readings in German Literature.—Selections from representative modern authors.  Emphasis on oral and written practice.  Prerequisites: GN 201 and 202.  3 hours.

GN 205.  German for the Professions.—Overview of German economic structure in a cultural context with emphasis on business vocabulary and protocol.  Prerequisites: GN 201 and 202.  3 hours.

GN 206.  German for Technology and Media.--Practice in the use of technology and media in German Studies.  Prerequisites: GN 201 and 202.  3 hours.

GN 210.  German Culture and Civilization.--Highlights of cultural history from the Middle Ages to the present.  Prerequisites: GN 201 and 202.  3 hours.

GN 290.  Study Abroad.—Second-year level of approved program in a German-speaking country.  Prerequisites: Permission of department chair.  1 to 6 hours.  

Major Level:

Prerequisite: Nine hours of German at the minor level or permission of department chair.

GN 390.  Study Abroad.—Third-year level of approved program in a German-speaking country.  Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.  1 to 6 hours.

GN 399.  Special Readings in German.—Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. 3 hours.  

Advanced Undergraduate:

Prerequisite: 12 hours of German at the major level or permission of department chair.

GN 480.  Special Topics in German Literature.—Emphasis on particular authors, genres, or topics.  May be repeated for credit.  3 hours.

GN 490.  Study Abroad.—Fourth-year level of approved program in a German-speaking
Country.  Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.  1 to 6 hours.

GN 499.  Directed Studies.—Prerequisite: Permission of department chair.  3 hours.

Graduate Level:

GN 599. Directed Studies. - Prerequisite: Permission of department chair. 3 hours.

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