Spoken by over 100 million people in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and around the world, German is a key international language in business, diplomacy, science and popular culture. As the largest and wealthiest country in the European Union, Germany continues to expand its influence, making the language increasingly important in Europe and beyond.
Mastering German opens doors to numerous opportunities in various fields. As a major language of commerce, politics and innovation, German skills are highly sought after. Studying German at UB not only equips you with linguistic proficiency but also immerses you in the rich cultural and historical contexts of the German-speaking world.
UB's German Program offers comprehensive courses in German language, linguistics and culture. We provide three degree options tailored to fit your academic and professional goals:
German Language Courses (Generally Taught in German):
German Content Courses (Taught in English):
For degree requirements and more information about the program and minor, visit the Department of Linguistics.
For any questions about German courses, placement or study abroad programs, contact German Program Director David Fertig at fertig@buffalo.edu.
Interested students can also explore study abroad opportunities and gain valuable international experience by visiting buffalo.edu/educationabroad.