
- The Alabama-Germany Partnership opens a new website: an organization with information and events about German businesses in Alabama and Alabama businesses in Germany.
- The Goethe-Institut opens a new website: the Federal Republic of Germany’s cultural institute that promotes the study of German abroad and encourages international cultural exchange.

10 Reasons to Learn German
- It is an important language for communication in Europe and the world.
- You'll have opportunities to study abroad.
- It increases success when doing business with Germans.
- Knowing German is a proven advantage in the tourism industry.
- Language skills increase your opportunities in the global job market.
- It prepares you to experience Europe.
- German can help you become a better scientist.
- It helps you experience Germany in more depth.
- German is a language of culture.
Source: Goethe-Institut opens a new website.
Minor in German
The minor in German consists of 12 hours from 200-level or higher courses. To enroll in any 200-level course, you must either complete 8 hours of 100-level courses or complete the equivalent placement test.
A complete list of minor requirements opens a new website and courses opens a new website is available in the UAB Undergraduate Catalog opens a new website.
Questions?
Contact Adam J Toth, PhD.