Why Study German and/or Scandinavian Literature and Culture?
To learn German or Swedish is to gain access to future international work and travel involving Northern European countries (in business, politics, journalism, culture, and academic fields). In addition, our culture-content courses offered in both the target language and English expose you to significant aspects and works of science, art, technology, literature, media, and sociopolitical history that affect and have affected the entire world in important ways, for good and ill. Political and intellectual influences we study include communism, socialism, fascism, and liberal capitalism, and matters of war, sexuality, money, nationalism and multiculturalism. Our department offers studies of society, media, literature and culture in small classes, and thus provides students with an intimate cohort and a personable home within the larger institutional environment of the UO as a whole.
Major in German and Scandinavian
We offer majors in German language, society and culture; and in Scandinavian society and culture (with Swedish as linguistic focus), as well as an interdisciplinary “German and Scandinavian Studies” major focus, which generally involves German or Scandinavian plus one other field of interest (see descriptions below). We also offer a five-year BA/MA Program, whereby students who arrive at the UO with advanced German skills can complete both the bachelor’s and the master’s degrees in five years.
Minor in German and Scandinavian
Complement any major with a minor in German, Scandinavian, or German and Scandinavian studies. A language minor teaches powerful skills for today’s globalized world.
Plan Your Path
See how this program can fit with another major or minor, and explore a possible four-year path to graduation with Global Pathways.
Earn a Certificate
Want to get a head start on your career? Students in the Department of German and Scandinavian can earn a certificate in global business, teaching, or film studies.
Real-World Experience
Students in the Department of German and Scandinavian can expand their skills through study abroad programs and other hands-on learning opportunities.
What You Can Do with a German and Scandinavian Degree
A German and Scandinavian major can prepare you to work in many fields. Learn about possible careers and hear from alumni.
Advising and Academic Support
Schedule an appointment with an advisor to explore potential career paths and get your questions answered.
Scholarships and Awards
Learn about ways to apply for funding through the Department of German and Scandinavian.
Statement Against Racism
The faculty members and graduate students of the Department of German and Scandinavian would like to add our voices to those that have recently risen in protest against racism in general, and against anti-Black racism in particular.