German and Social Policy make an excellent joint honours choice by combining the study of:

a modern language in its cultural context
the distribution of welfare and wellbeing within societies, and the policies which influence that distribution.
This programme involves intensive language training, including a year abroad.

Our courses will give you the chance to gain professional skills in all aspects of German, including writing, speaking, presenting and translating.

You will also explore German-language literature, film and theatre. You will study these in the context of historical and political developments, from the eighteenth century to contemporary times.

You will focus on social and economic change, what causes it, and its consequences for society.

Reflecting on how policies are developed, you will learn about the policy-making process in the UK. You will also study the influence of international bodies such as the EU and OECD.