German Studies, Master of Arts (M.A.)

Thesis option: 30 credits

Non-thesis option: 30 credits

The M.A. degree program offers both a thesis and non-thesis option. For the thesis option, the student must complete 24 credits of coursework, 6 credits of MA thesis research (GERS799), and the thesis with oral defense. The non-thesis option requires 30 credits of coursework and a mini-thesis with oral presentation.

Thesis Option:

Course Title Credits
German courses at the 600-800 level18
Electives6
Thesis Requirements
GERS799Master's Thesis Research6
Pass an oral defense
Total Credits30

Non-Thesis Option: 

Course Title Credits
German courses at the 600-800 level24
Electives6
Non-Thesis Requirements
Mini-Thesis
Oral Presentation
Total Credits30
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All Teaching Assistants are required to take GERS618 for one credit. This course counts towards the total credits required.