XII. Course Descriptions

German Studies

School of Languages and Literatures

NOTE: The School reserves the right to determine the appropriate level to be taken by students enroling in language courses.

GERM*1100 Introductory German I F,W (2-2) [0.50]
A beginning course in German. Students will attain a basic knowledge of the language and practice all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). They will also learn about aspects of German culture. This course may not normally be taken by anyone who has Grade 12U German.
GERM*1110 Introductory German II F,W (3-1) [0.50]
This course provides for an intensification of the four language skills introduced in GERM*1100. Students will attain a grasp of essential grammatical concepts and the ability to converse comfortably in everyday situations. This course may not normally be taken by anyone who has Grade 12U German.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*1100
GERM*2050 Introduction to Literature W (2-1) [0.50]
This course introduces students to the scholarly study of literature, including critical commentaries. The course focuses on the notion of a European literary tradition in which works by German and Italian authors are key. The lectures are in English, but students taking the course under this code will read texts originally written in German in the original language and Italian works in English translation. Students will submit some work in German.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*2490
Restriction(s): ITAL*2050
GERM*2400 Contemporary Germany W (3-0) [0.50]
A multimedia approach to contemporary German culture, 20th-century history and recent political events. Emphasis on oral work in German.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*1110 or equivalent
GERM*2490 Intermediate German I F (3-1) [0.50]
This course will include systematic oral and written practice, discussion of contemporary texts, and comprehensive grammar review.
Prerequisite(s): Grade 12U German or GERM*1110
GERM*2500 Intermediate German II W (3-1) [0.50]
This course provides for further development of conversational and writing skills and serves as an introduction to more complex grammar.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*2490
GERM*2560 Themes in German Literature/Culture F (3-0) [0.50]
This course provides students with further skills for interpreting literary texts through an exploration of themes that have shaped German literature and culture.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*2050 or permission of the instructor
GERM*3020 Myth and Fairy Tales in Germany F (1-0) [0.50]
The course explores the role of mythology, fairy tales and legends in German literature and culture of the late 18th and 19th centuries. Topics may include the formation of a national identity, the allegorical fairy tale and its role in Romanticism, women and the fairy tale, the fairy tale and the socialization of children (incl. Disney), romantic mythology in music, art and literature. Authors may include Goethe, Brothers Grimm, ETA Hoffman, Wagner. Lectures and texts are English. Students registered in GERM*3020 will meet a fourth hour per week to discuss texts in German. This course is offered in conjunction with HUMN*3020. (Offered in even-numbered years.)
Prerequisite(s): GERM*2560, GERM*2590
Co-requisite(s): HUMN*3020
Restriction(s): GERM*3440, HUMN*3440
GERM*3470 Holocaust & WWII in German Lit. & Film F (1-0) [0.50]
This course focuses on texts and films pertaining to World War II and the Holocaust, the development of the thoughts and the language of genocide, and the representation of the Holocaust in literature and films. The objective is to gain an understanding of the ideas and emotions underlying ethnocentrism and anti-Semitism, and to consider artistic responses to the experience of persecution and mass-murder. Lectures and discussions are in English. Students registered in GERM*3470 will meet a fourth hour per week to discuss texts in German. This course is offered in conjunction with HUMN*3470 (Offered in odd-numbered years)
Prerequisite(s): GERM*2050, GERM*2560
Co-requisite(s): HUMN*3470
GERM*3500 Advanced German I F (3-0) [0.50]
A study of advanced German grammar as well as aspects of structure and style of the German language, will be covered through oral presentations and discussions with a special emphasis on essay writing. Translation into idiomatic German and English are also emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*2500
GERM*3510 Advanced German II W (3-0) [0.50]
This course provides a continued study of advanced German grammar, as well as aspects of structure and style of the German language, through oral presentations and discussions with a special emphasis on essay writing.
Prerequisite(s): GERM*3500
Restriction(s): GERM*3530
GERM*3600 Directed Readings in German Studies U (3-0) [0.50]
A reading course in German literature designed according to the program and interest of the individual student.
Restriction(s): Instructor consent required.
GERM*4940 Research Paper in German Studies U (3-0) [0.50]
A reading course on some approved topic in German language or literature, leading to an end-of-term research paper.
Restriction(s): Instructor consent required.
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