“Why learn German?” is a question asked often of students inquiring about foreign languages. The answer manifests itself in several common understandings:

If you ever plan to visit Europe one day, German is the most widely spoken language on the continent, and its knowledge can greatly improve your overseas experience.

In worldwide numbers, 100 million people communicate in German.

The German major prepares you to become a more global citizen by enhancing your international perspective.

Since Germany is the most influential business trade partner for almost all European and many non-European countries, learning its language can give you a competitive edge in many career choices.

German is a core language for the liberal arts and a leading language of literature, music, philosophy, history, and art, among several other disciplines.

The German language is becoming increasingly popular and is one of the top 10 languages found on the Internet.

There is a need for teachers of German at both the secondary and college/university levels.

All these cultural, social, and economic factors make the study of the German language and culture challenging and important.

If you are interested in learning more about any of our majors and minors, you will find more information in the Disciplinary Majors and Minors section of the BSC Course Catalog.

To explore the German major at BSC further, visit their Web site.