"Within my first few days at UWinnipeg, I felt at home in the German Studies program’s close-knit community, whose members shared a keen interest in German language and culture. The variety of course offerings, along with the many extracurricular activities and work/study opportunities, were just some of the reasons why I chose to pursue a BA in German Studies."
– Angela Carson (BA 2019), Teaching Assistant
German Studies
German Studies focuses on the language, literature, and culture of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
The German Studies program in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures offers up-to-date, effective language instruction for beginners through to advanced students.
Even if you have no prior knowledge of German, it is possible to begin and complete a degree in German Studies. Many students choose to combine a degree in this area with a related field such as English, French, History, or Education. Even if you do not major in German Studies, taking courses in this area will enrich your education and can be used to meet the Humanities Requirement. Courses in German culture and literature are available in both English and German.
This program leads to a Bachelor of Arts degree (3-year) with a Major in German Studies.
Students taking an undergraduate degree in another Major may choose to add a Minor in German Studies as a secondary area of interest.
Required High School Courses
You must meet The University of Winnipeg’s general admission requirements. No specific courses required. Note: Students receiving the Deutschessprachdiplom II can receive transfer credit for GERM-1001(6).
Ready to Apply?
Get StartedQuestions about the application process? Contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
"Within my first few days at UWinnipeg, I felt at home in the German Studies program’s close-knit community, whose members shared a keen interest in German language and culture. The variety of course offerings, along with the many extracurricular activities and work/study opportunities, were just some of the reasons why I chose to pursue a BA in German Studies."
– Angela Carson (BA 2019), Teaching Assistant
Program Contacts
Dr. Kristin Lovrien-Meuwese
Department Chair
phone 204.786.9836
email: k.lovrien-meuwese@uwinnipeg.ca or modern.languages@uwinnipeg.ca
Visit the German Studies website
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this webpage differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
How to Apply
For details on application requirements and deadlines, and to apply online, please visit: uwinnipeg.ca/apply
For more information contact a student recruitment officer at welcome@uwinnipeg.ca or 204.786.9844.
In any case where The University of Winnipeg Academic Calendar and this fact sheet differ, the current Calendar takes precedence.
Program Contacts
Dr. Kristin Lovrien-Meuwese
Department Chair
phone 204.786.9836
email: k.lovrien-meuwese@uwinnipeg.ca
or modern.languages@uwinnipeg.ca
Last Updated: 07/01/2025
"Within my first few days at UWinnipeg, I felt at home in the German Studies program’s close-knit community, whose members shared a keen interest in German language and culture. The variety of course offerings, along with the many extracurricular activities and work/study opportunities, were just some of the reasons why I chose to pursue a BA in German Studies."
– Angela Carson (BA 2019), Teaching Assistant
Last Updated: 07/01/2025