German: Teacher Certification
PREPARE FOR A REWARDING TEACHING CAREER WITH A UW-STEVENS POINT DEGREE
As a student at UW-Stevens Point you have the opportunity to become a German speaker with a marketable set of skills in education and business, and well-versed in the culture and literature of German speaking peoples.
For students pursuing a Bachelor of Arts degree in the Teaching of German, a study abroad trip is a requirement. In cooperation with the Office of International Programs, we offer semester long language immersion programs in Marburg, Germany. Internships are also available through the department.
We offer a variety of options for those wishing to major in German. Teaching certification majors have close to a 100 percent job placement!
Department of World Languages and Literatures
Why study German at UW-Stevens Point?
When you pursue a German degree, you become an educated citizen with skills valuable in business, finance, communications, social services, education, science, technology and government.
Marburg, Germany Semester Abroad
In cooperation with the Office of International Programs, we offer semester long language immersion program in Marburg, Germany. Marburg is known as an exciting location full of history, well-known for being the site of the oldest protestant university. Our returning students have consistently related positive impressions of their experiences in Germany.
Scholarships and Awards
The Department of World Languages and Literatures recognizes outstanding students at the annual Humanities and Global Studies Spring Awards Ceremony. In 2026, a total of $42,200 was awarded thanks to our generous donors and endowed scholarships.
Post-graduate Opportunities
Knowledge of a foreign language and language pedagogy can be a vital factor in career success. We are committed to placing our students on a firm career path through study abroad programs, fellowships, internships and other career-enhancing possibilities. Students with high proficiencies in languages, experience studying abroad and expertise in a second field have promising employment opportunities. Some recent graduates have worked for European companies with North American branches, with airlines, and as bilingual customer service representatives and international account auditors.
WHAT TO EXPECT
If you plan to teach German or Spanish grades K-12, you must apply to the School of Education (SOE) at UW-Stevens Point and be accepted into the program. Prior to applying, you must meet requirements set by SOE which can be found on their website: SOE Professional Education Program Application Requirements.
Once accepted into the program, there are no other applications requirements required by the Department of World Languages and Literatures.
APPLICATION DEADLINES: Applications for the Professional Education Program are processed two times a year – February 22 and September 22. Applications are due the Friday prior to the deadline if the deadline falls on a Saturday or Sunday.
GET INVOLVED ON CAMPUS
The UW-Stevens Point German Club is active and holds a weekly Stammtisch in which you can hone your language skills in an informal setting. More opportunities can be found on the Stevens Point Involvement Network (SPIN).
MEET YOUR FACULTY
Thomas Leek
- Associate Professor of German
- Chair, Department of World Languages and Literatures
Tobias Barske
- Assistant Dean, School of Humanities and Global Studies
- Professor of German Applied Linguistics