German

Microcredentials
Online
delivery
Introductory
level
3
courses each

German  is the language of critical texts written by Goethe, Kafka and Freud, and it remains a key language in science, business and culture. When you earn a Microcredential in German online from Oregon State University, you’ll build practical communication skills that can broaden your career opportunities and deepen your connection to one of the world’s most vibrant cultures.

Four German language microcredentials are delivered online by Oregon State. Whether you’re a beginner or building on existing skills, you’ll develop speaking, writing, reading and comprehension abilities that help you advance with purpose and confidence.

Coursework

Introductory German required courses (12 credits)

 Intermediate German I required courses (12 credits)

 Intermediate German II required courses (12 credits)

 Advanced German required courses (12 credits)

Transfer credit and placement tests may not be used toward microcredential course credits.

Prerequisite courses

Before you enroll in the microcredential courses listed above, you must complete certain prerequisites. 

To enroll in the intermediate German I microcredential:

To enroll in the intermediate German II microcredential:

To enroll in the advanced German microcredential:

Note: Some prerequisite courses may have additional prerequisites. See the schedule of classes and search for the specific course for more details.

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Skills you’ll gain

The in-demand skills you'll develop as a student in these microcredentials will give you what you need to stand out and level up in your career.

  • Speaking at the A1, A2, B1, B2 levels
  • Writing at the A1, A2, B1, B2 levels
  • Reading at the A1, A2, B1, B2 levels
  • Listening at the A1, A2, B1, B2 levels

Find more details about the skills you'll acquire in Introductory German, Intermediate German I, Intermediate German II and Advanced German.

Additional details

Oregon State microcredentials consist of at least three courses and 8 credits that follow OSU’s quarterly term calendar. All microcredentials are delivered online and some microcredentials may be offered on campus. All course credits used to complete a microcredential must be completed at Oregon State and transfer credit and placement tests may not be used toward microcredential course credits. Read other important microcredential details » 

Microcredentials allow you to gain specialized skills in focused subject areas in less time than it takes to complete a full degree or certificate program. Typically, you can complete a microcredential in nine to 12 months. All microcredential courses follow the same term schedule as on-campus courses and are not self-paced. Learn more about course delivery methods »

Once you complete all classes in this microcredential, you'll receive a digital badge from Oregon State University. You can add the digital badge to your résumé and on LinkedIn, GitHub or other social media profiles. It provides employers with proof of the skills and discipline-specific knowledge you gained from the microcredential. Oregon State's digital badges are issued by Credly, the world's largest digital credential network.

Completing a microcredential is dependent on course availability, term offerings, course sequencing and any required prerequisites. Connect with the OSU Ecampus enrollment services team to better understand when courses in this microcredential are delivered to help you create a timeline for application and enrollment. You can also explore the schedule of classes to preview course availability.

  • Apply to earn a microcredential as a current student: If you’re a current OSU student interested in pursuing a microcredential online, please submit this form. Note: You must complete at least one of the microcredential courses after having been accepted into the microcredential.

You can find detailed tuition information for microcredential offerings on the tuition rates webpage. Please note: If you are pursuing a standalone microcredential as a nondegree student, you will not qualify for federal financial aid.

If you are pursuing a microcredential as a current student in an OSU degree or certificate program, you will be charged your program's tuition rate (if differential tuition is applicable). 

Earning a microcredential is a great way to develop a skill set that current and future employers are looking for. If your employer offers a tuition benefit program, you may be able to enroll online with Oregon State and receive a tuition scholarship that makes your student experience more affordable. You can also learn about the organizations OSU collaborates with to offer direct tuition benefit programs for online learners.

Oregon State offers a variety of course sequences in German online that can help you fulfill language course prerequisites at OSU or another institution. These additional courses feature high levels of engagement and interactivity with OSU faculty and fellow students, so you can boost your language proficiency.

Once you complete a microcredential in German, you can apply the 12 credits you earn directly toward Oregon State’s online bachelor’s degree in German.

If you plan to apply these credits toward a full degree, we encourage you to first contact the microcredential program to learn about the degree requirements. Please note that acceptance into a microcredential does not guarantee acceptance into a degree program.