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Course summary
Lancaster’s joint German Studies and Politics degree is taught by the Department of Languages and Cultures in conjunction with the Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion.
Your German Studies programme gives you the opportunity to acquire high-level language skills and gain a thorough understanding of the German-speaking world in a global context. In Politics, you will explore the themes, concepts and events that have shaped the contemporary world.
Your first year comprises an exploration of the German language and its cultural context as well as the Politics core module which introduces you to key themes such as the theory and practice of liberal democracy, globalisation and threats to international security. In addition, you will study a minor subject that complements your degree.
Building on your language skills in Year 2, you will study the culture, politics and history of German-speaking countries in more depth, as well as selecting modules which are international in scope and promote a comparative understanding of Europe and beyond. In Politics, you will be able to choose from a broad range of options.
Spending your third year abroad in a German-speaking country gives you the opportunity to develop your language proficiency while deepening your intercultural sensitivity. You can study at a partner university or conduct a work placement.
In your final year, you consolidate your German language skills, and study specialist culture and comparative modules. You will also have a wide choice of Politics options in areas such as global change and governance, international relations and power.
Beginners Languages
Studying a language from beginners level is somewhat intense in nature so we only allow students to study one language from beginners level. Please bear this in mind when looking at our first year module options. If you apply to study a degree with a language from beginners level, your optional modules will only include higher level languages and modules in other subject areas.
Apply by
29 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- RL22
- Institution code:
- L14
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2
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How to apply
Apply by
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- RL22
- Institution code:
- L14
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - ABB
A level German, or if this is to be studied from beginners’ level, AS grade B or A level grade B in another foreign language, or GCSE grade A or 7 in a foreign language. Native German speakers will not be accepted onto this scheme.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
accepted alongside appropriate evidence of language ability
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits
alongside appropriate evidence of language ability
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
with 16 points from the best 3 Higher Level subjects including appropriate evidence of language ability
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