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GRMN2642: Nineteenth-Century German Culture
2026 unit information
This unit offers an introduction to the German-speaking world in the 'long' nineteenth century. By discussing the cultural, social and political changes that took place from the French Revolution to the end of the First World War, the unit will explore how the twin dynamics of nationalism and revolution shaped the emergence of modern German culture and society.
Unit details and rules
Managing faculty or University school:
Arts and Social Sciences
| Study level | Undergraduate |
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| Academic unit | Germanic Studies |
| Credit points | 6 |
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Prerequisites:
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12 credit points at 1000 or 2000 or 3000 level in German language |
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Corequisites:
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None |
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None |
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None |
At the completion of this unit, you should be able to:
- LO1. understand the historical factors that have formed German society and culture today.
- LO2. demonstrate this understanding of the relevance of historical factors by application to German cultural products.
- LO3. demonstrate a critical approach to source material in both English and German.
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Semester 1 2026
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Normal day | Camperdown/Darlington, Sydney |
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