Reunification has underscored the political, economic, and cultural importance of Germany. After English, German is the second most popular language in much of Europe. Historically Germans have been one of the largest ethnic groups among American immigrants. Students of German, therefore, not only learn about another people, they also gain insights into and a fresh perspective on their own history, society, and culture.<br><br>German majors select courses in language skills, literature, and culture. A flexible program of related courses enables students to complete a major in German and in a second field. Many students choose history, international studies, political science, business a natural science or engineering, or a science-related major.<br><br>Recent graduates are working as journalists, foreign affairs analysts, economists, architects, engineers, bankers, lawyers, and teachers. Others attend graduate school in a variety of study areas. <br><br>Like other liberal arts backgrounds, a major in a modern language serves as a good base for careers in fields where broad educational experience is more important than a strictly vocational knowledge. Combining language expertise with other skills can lead to positions in such diverse areas as journalism, business, tourism, government service, and engineering. Many students combine their German major or minor with a second major or minor to leverage their skills in order to achieve their career goals.<br><br>Some job titles directly related to language study are interpreter, travel agent, foreign correspondent, translator, librarian, immigration inspector, radio announcer, Peace Corps member, international public relations specialist, and international market researcher.<br><br>Language majors can also take advantage of our teacher certification program and work in public and private schools. An undergraduate degree in a modern language is a solid foundation for graduate work in international business, law, diplomacy, library science, or more specialized study in language.