德克萨斯理工大学

The German Track of the Master of Arts degree in Languages and Cultures (part of the Department of Classical & Modern Languages & Literatures) equips students with unique skills that are highly transferable to a variety of careers. Students of German are trained in research, as well as in advanced linguistic, intercultural, and professional skills that will serve them well on the competitive job market or in academia.

Research-related skills

Research

Identify, investigate, and creatively solve problems
Critically engage with, distill, and synthesize large bodies of information
Work independently
Meet deadlines
Master multiple research methodologies
Implement feedback from various sources, including supervisors and peers

Writing and Public Speaking

Write in multiple genres, across a variety of platforms, and for different audiences
Deliver presentations at national and international conferences
Prioritize and organize a large body of knowledge
Engage with colleagues about topics important to the field

Management-related skills

Program Management and Coordination

Collaborate with a team to achieve a common goal or solve a common problem
Switch smoothly between leadership and support roles
Delegate tasks as needed
Plan and execute events
Design marketing materials and campaigns

Classroom Instruction and Management

Convey complex content to a diverse audience
Guide discussions toward a consensus
Present information through lectures, discussions, and active-learning techniques
Manage the expectations of multiple constituencies
Adapt to rapidly changing circumstances and think on one's feet

Instruction-related skills

Advising and Counseling

Listen actively and attentively
Make recommendations
Comprehend and adhere to requirements and organizational policy
Assist others in the navigation of bureaucracy

Assessing Student Learning

Devise and implement metrics for success
Provide substantive and timely feedback
Keep detailed administrative records
Accurately report results

Careers of past graduates:

Graduates from the TTU German MA program have gone on to work in a variety of competitive fields and careers, including localization specialists (Hilton), government administration, Foreign Service, international business, and high school teaching.

Applicants for the Master of Arts in Language and Cultures with a concentration in German degree may complete 30 hours of graduate courses plus a thesis or 36 hours of coursework. Areas of interest include literature, comparative literature, linguistics, civilization and/or culture.