BA in Liberal Arts and Sciences in Germanic Studies - Scandinavian Studies in Urbana United States | University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

Tailored for students passionate about Scandinavian Studies, including developing fluency in a modern Scandinavian language. Completing the Major typically requires spending one semester abroad at a Scandinavian university.

The department offers undergraduates comprehensive education in German and Scandinavian languages, along with deep cultural insights. Through diverse courses, students examine the languages' historical development, grammatical structures, and their application in literature, culture, and commerce. They develop an appreciation for German and Scandinavian heritage while honing critical thinking skills in these languages and English. Created for those with wide-ranging interests in Scandinavian Studies, including mastering a contemporary Scandinavian language. Meeting Major requirements generally includes a semester of overseas study at a Scandinavian institution. A classical German program offering balanced instruction in language, literature, and cultural studies. Students may specialize in German studies, German business applications, or Scandinavian studies.
The BALAS in Germanic Studies cultivates proficiency in German or Scandinavian languages and cultures. Learners will understand linguistic structures and their practical applications in business, modern culture, intellectual traditions, literature, and scientific fields.