GERM 498R
Preparing for Professional/Graduate School
German and Russian
College of Humanities
Course Description
Preparation for professional schools and graduate programs. Focuses upon the rigors of the application process, developing relevant skills, and becoming conversant with current intellectual discourses.
When Taught
Contact Department
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
0
Other Prerequisites
Junior or senior status.
Title
knowledge
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate an advanced level of knowledge in a chosen specialty area
Title
Intellectual, cultural and political literacy
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate an increased literacy in contemporary intellectual, cultural, and political issues in classroom discussions and written reports.
Title
Understanding of post-graduate studies
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate an increased understanding of the character of graduate school and the realities of an academic career based on their discussions and final report.
Title
Library research skills
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate an ability to conduct library research by finding research materials for a topic of interest.
Title
Preparations for post-BA pursuits
Learning Outcome
The purpose of German 498 is to prepare undergraduates for the transition to post-baccalaureate education: graduate school, law school, or otherwise.
Title
Academic readings
Learning Outcome
Students will become more astute academic readers by demonstrating the ability to perceive argument, structure, audience, and important sources in their readings.
Title
Presentation skills
Learning Outcome
Students will demonstrate an ability to give well-organised and clearly communicated presentations based on their research.
