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As a Master of Arts (Honours) student specializing in German, you'll refine your language and communication abilities to achieve advanced proficiency. The German program at St Andrews allows you to tailor your studies by selecting from diverse course offerings that delve into the rich cultural legacy of German-speaking regions, covering areas such as medieval studies, cinema, intellectual history, and literary and social developments from the 18th century onward. This curriculum combines advanced, research-focused study of Biblical Studies and German, enabling students to comprehend how knowledge evolves and progresses. The program fosters independent learning characterized by curiosity, precision, academic rigor, and integrity. Spanning 48 months, this course culminates in a Master of Arts (Honours) degree. Like all St Andrews programs, it comprises credit-based modules, requiring students to complete 480 credits (typically 120 per year). The initial two years focus on program-specific core modules alongside elective options (sometimes including interdisciplinary courses). Subsequent years emphasize specialized, research-driven study through program-specific advanced modules.