Our department specializes in the study of language, applied linguistics, literature, and film and visual culture. We have active graduate and undergraduate programs in German, and we also offer courses in Croatian, Dutch, and Russian, as well as interdisciplinary opportunities like a minor in Cultural Identities. In an interconnected world, fluency in another language and culture pays big dividends.At Waterloo, we offer much more than just German language courses. Explore German culture, film, literature, and linguistics, or add classes in other Slavic languages like Russian and Croatian, all with the additional appeal of work experience through co-op.The language skills and cultural competence you develop over the course of your degree will serve you well in a variety of careers, including education, business, and government.Program highlights Average class size 15. With our small classes, youll never feel lost in the crowd. Our student-centred program focuses on your personal and professional development, while the student-run German Society regularly organizes movie nights, discussions, meals, and more.Guten tag, Deutschland Deepen your experience by spending up to a year studying in Germany at the University of Bamberg or the University of Mannheim. We offer scholarships for travel-abroad opportunities opportunities you can count towards a Global Experience Certificate.