London,
ON,
Canada
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Certificate in Practical German in London Canada | Western University
Western University
|
London Canada
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CAD
44,767
(c. USD32,131.34)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
Begin this Certificate program in your first year by taking German 1030, which helps students master one of the European Union's key languages through three comprehensive year-long courses in language and culture. These can be enhanced with elective half-courses in conversation, business German, translation, or cultural studies. The Practical Certificate in German strengthens career prospects in business, science, and the arts.
Pair German studies with any Major to stand out in the international job market
At Western, German studies provide a strong grounding in the language of Europe's leading economy. The program uses an interactive, multimedia teaching method that emphasizes cultural understanding across German-speaking regions, incorporating real-world resources like articles, websites, films, and literature. Both Certificate and Minor options are offered. Broaden your horizons through study abroad or exchange programs for academic credit, or gain practical intercultural experience via classroom activities and community service learning.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A minimum average of B grade in 3 distinct A-Levels or 4 distinct AS-Levels. Predicted Results - You must complete the GCE A Level Predicted Results Form.
A minimum of a C grade in 5 GCSE or IGCSE or Ordinary Levels or equivalent in academic subjects.
A minimum of 4.0 full senior academic courses reported on your academic transcript.
A minimum SAT combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing plus Math score of 1190 OR a minimum ACT composite score of 24.
The score reports must be official and come to the Admissions Office directly from the College Board or ACT.
IELTS - A minimum overall band score of 6.5, A minimum of 6.0 in each section.
TOEFL IBT - A minimum overall score of 83, A minimum of 20 in each section.
PTE - A minimum overall score of 58, A minimum of 56 in each section.
International Baccalaureate - Youll need -
A complete IB Diploma including.
Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay.
Passes in at least six subjects three at Higher Level.
A minimum total grade of 27 including the Extended Essay and TOK.
No mark less than 4 on any course.
Required courses for your program.
A minimum of a C grade in 5 GCSE or IGCSE or Ordinary Levels or equivalent in academic subjects.
A minimum of 4.0 full senior academic courses reported on your academic transcript.
A minimum SAT combined Evidence-Based Reading and Writing plus Math score of 1190 OR a minimum ACT composite score of 24.
The score reports must be official and come to the Admissions Office directly from the College Board or ACT.
IELTS - A minimum overall band score of 6.5, A minimum of 6.0 in each section.
TOEFL IBT - A minimum overall score of 83, A minimum of 20 in each section.
PTE - A minimum overall score of 58, A minimum of 56 in each section.
International Baccalaureate - Youll need -
A complete IB Diploma including.
Theory of Knowledge and Extended Essay.
Passes in at least six subjects three at Higher Level.
A minimum total grade of 27 including the Extended Essay and TOK.
No mark less than 4 on any course.
Required courses for your program.
Tuition
CAD
44,767