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Learning German at New Zealand Universities

Studying German at university, that’s a great idea and a smart career move.

Three universities in New Zealand are currently offering German as a subject, thus opening doors for their students into Europe’s biggest education market and economy. German is vital for students from such diverse fields as Music and Engineering, Chemistry and Philosophy, and many more. Students opt for German as part of their BA, but an increasing number choose to enroll in a conjoint degree with German as one of their subjects.

University of Auckland

Studying German in Auckland

The University of Auckland offers German as a major at BA, BA Honours, master and doctorate level. Additionally, German can be included in a Certificate or Diploma of Languages. German language classes are taught at all levels from A1 to B2. Auckland has several partner universities in Germany.

More at auckland.ac.nz

Victoria University

Studying German in Wellington

Victoria University Wellington offers German as a major and minor at BA, BA Honours, master and doctorate level. German language classes are taught at all levels from A1 to B2. Victoria is partnered with several universities in Germany.

More at victoria.ac.nz

University of Canterbury

Studying German in Christchurch

The University of Canterbury offers German as a major and minor at BA and MA level. German can also be included in a Diploma of Languages or Certificate of Proficiency (CoP). German language classes are taught at all levels from A1 to C1, on campus or via distance. UC has tertiary exchange partners with several universities in Germany.

More at canterbury.ac.nz

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Contact

  • DAAD New Zealand

    DAAD Lektorat Auckland

    VISITORS: 18 Symonds Street, Auckland 1010, CLL Building, School of Cultures, Languages and Linguistics, level 4, room 414 MAIL: University of Auckland, German, DAAD, Private Bag 92019, Auckland 1142

    DAAD Lektorat in Christchurch

    Besuche: 20 Kirkwood Avenue, Logie Building, Global, Cultural and Language Studies, Level 5, Room 509, 8140 Christchurch
    Post: University of Canterbury, German Studies / DAAD, Private Bag 4800, Christchurch 8140

    E-Mail: anne.blumenthaldaad-lektorat.de

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