Jun 07, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog

German Minor


Visit the Linguistics academic program page for more information about the academic experience, who you will learn from, opportunities outside of class and what you can do with this degree.

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Admission Criteria


Current UB students seeking admission to the German minor should complete the College of Arts and Sciences Major/Minor Change Request Form.

Course Requirements


Six 300/400 level GER courses (18 credits)


Notes


*Students are required to complete Introductory Language Core courses unless some or all are waived by the Department based on demonstrated proficiency.

Total Credits Required for Minor: 18-34


Total Credit Hours Required represents the minimum credits needed to complete this program, and may vary based on a number of circumstances. This chart should not be used for financial aid purposes.

Academic Requirements


  • Minimum GPA of 2.000 overall.
  • Minimum GPA of 2.500 in the introductory courses or their equivalents.

Learning Outcomes


German minors will have achieved upper-intermediate to advanced proficiency levels in the language and a deeper understanding of German culture.