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PREPARE FOR A REWARDING TEACHING CAREER WITH A UW-STEVENS POINT DEGREE<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/a>. Internships are also available through the department. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We offer a variety of options for those wishing to major in German. Teaching certification majors have close to a 100 percent job placement! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Department of World Languages and Literatures<\/h3>
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Why study German at UW-Stevens Point?<\/h3>

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.<\/p><\/div>

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Marburg, Germany Semester Abroad<\/h3>

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.<\/p><\/div>

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Scholarships and Awards<\/h3>

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.<\/p><\/div>

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Post-graduate Opportunities<\/h3>

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.<\/p><\/div>

\nINTERNSHIPS IN GERMANY <\/i><\/a>\n\n\n\nGERMAN ACADEMIC EXCHANGE SERVICE <\/i><\/a>\n\n\n\nINTERNATIONAL RESIDENCY <\/i><\/a>\n\n\n\nTEACH ABROAD WITH CIEE <\/i><\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>
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