Arts and Humanities (German) (R14-GE)

Open University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Distance learning 3-6 Years LanguagesClassics

About this course

This degree gives you the freedom to combine the study of different subject areas in the arts and humanities. You'll develop a specialism in German, exploring aspects of the language and its cultures around the world. You can combine this with a second specialism or choose to develop broader interests in art history, classical studies, creative writing, English language, English literature, history, other modern languages, music, philosophy, and religious studies. You'll also discover how knowledge is created and shared in the arts and humanities, stretch your imagination and develop your own creative and critical responses. By studying this degree, you will become an independent learner and a member of a diverse and vibrant student community.

Key features of the course

  • Specialise in German within a broad and flexible arts and humanities degree

  • Develop your critical thinking and communication skills that will be valuable in the workplace and for further study

  • Learn about German cultures and develop your intercultural communicative competence

  • Learn to communicate fluently in German, taking your language proficiency to level C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
    4113 Officers of non-governmental organisations
    2472 Archivists, conservators and curators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2471 Librarians

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    3-6 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Languages, Classics