GR 403 - German Language in Context: Emerging Competent Abroad III

This advanced course is intended for students who have developed a high level of proficiency in German and are prepared to refine their language use for academic, cultural, and professional purposes. It supports students in mastering the linguistic, stylistic, and pragmatic skills necessary for effective and nuanced communication in complex and abstract contexts.

At this level, students are expected to function with near-native fluency and flexibility across a wide range of communicative situations. The course emphasizes the development of sophisticated vocabulary, precise grammatical control, and a confident command of various registers. Students engage with a broad spectrum of authentic texts - including academic articles, essays, literary excerpts, editorials, and media - requiring critical reading, analytical interpretation, and contextual understanding.