Departmental Honors

Requirements

In addition to regular coursework toward a major in Germanic studies, honors students complete from one to three honors tutorials (GER-G 399) and an honors thesis (GER-G 499). Honors work is guided and approved by an honors advisor, who the student chooses based on availability, previous coursework, and consultation with the departmental Director of Undergraduate Studies. Work in GER-G 399 and GER-G 499 is closely supervised by the honors advisor. On the basis of outstanding performance in the regular major program, in tutorials, and on the thesis, the departmental honors advisor will recommend graduation with departmental honors in Germanic Studies. For detailed information, please contact the Director of Undergraduate Studies.

College of Arts and Sciences Requirements

• Students must have a College GPA of 3.300 or higher to qualify for admission to a Departmental Honors program and to receive Departmental Honors. Units may set a higher College GPA.
• Units establish additional criteria, including admissions procedures, academic performance standards, and whether there are required courses, papers, or projects.
• Students who wish to earn honors in two different units must complete a distinct body of work for each honors notation.