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German Language
Undergraduate CertificateThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
German is the language of Goethe, Mozart, Kafka, and Bach. It is also the second most used scientific language and the marketplace language of three leaders in the business world: Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. A foreign language areas studies certificate in German is a step on the road to business acumen.
Program Highlights
- Develop competencies and familiarity with the basic German language
- Gain knowledge of German traditions, customs, history, and culture
- Understand how to function appropriately and effectively in Germany
Required Courses
Four Required Courses:
- (3 Credits, GERM 111)
- (3 Credits, GERM 112)
- (3 Credits, GERM 211) or German Area Studies course
- (3 Credits, GERM 212) or German Area Studies course
Two Supporting Electives:
Choose from related courses in German culture, history, language, literature, or government and politics Some examples follow:
- Any GERM course(s)
- (3 Credits, GERM 333)
- (3 Credits, HIST 141)
- (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, HIST 317A)
- (3 Credits, HIST 317J)
- (3 Credits, HIST 337)
Note: This information is for students who enroll in the 2025-2026 academic year. For prior year requirements for this program or to review UMGC's complete program requirements for a specific academic year, visit our program catalog archive
Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
18
Transfer Credits
Up to 9
Format
- All courses are available online
- Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
Humanities
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Build a solid base of foundational knowledge and skills with an online bachelor’s degree in humanities from University of Maryland Global Campus. In this degree program you’ll learn career-relevant skills in critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and cultural awareness, which will help increase your marketability. Plus, our experienced faculty members bring their practical expertise to the classroom to help you expand your knowledge base. With our convenient online courses, you can earn your online bachelor’s degree in humanities at UMGC on your own time. You could also save time and money with our generous transfer credit policy. Why wait? Take the first step towards your bachelor’s degree in humanities and apply today!
Program Highlights
- Integrate theory: Integrate theories, methods, and concepts from multiple humanities disciplines, such as philosophy, history, art, literature, music, and religious studies.
- Evaluate arguments: Evaluate the adequacy and justifiability of propositions, theories, assumptions and arguments.
- Communicate effectively: Communicate the results of critical reflection into personal positions on social, cultural, and ethical issues.
- Apply ethics: Apply sound ethical reasoning in contemporary contexts.
- Develop understanding: Develop cultural understanding by exploring the cultural heritage of sites, events, people, and communities.
Required Courses
- (3 Credits, HUMN 100)
- (3 Credits, PHIL 100)
- (3 Credits, PHIL 140)
- (3 Credits, HIST 115), (3 Credits, HIST 116), (3 Credits, HIST 141), or (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, MUSC 210) or any MUSC course
- (3 Credits, ARTH 372) or any upper-level ARTH course
- (3 Credits, PHIL 304) or any upper-level PHIL course
- (3 Credits, HUMN 351) or any upper-level HUMN course
- (3 Credits, PHIL 349) or any upper-level PHIL course
- (3 Credits, ENGL 406) or any upper-level ENGL course
- (3 Credits, HUMN 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to help you develop in-depth knowledge and skills to pursue careers in education, publishing, journalism, advertising, social work, sales, law, management, human resources, and insurance. Potential job titles within specific humanities careers include non-profit organization administrator, public or private school educator, administrator for a local or community government organization, and editor or copywriter in a media organization.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.
History
Bachelor of ArtsThese program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2026-2027 academic year.
Enrich your knowledge of history and its impact on society with an online bachelor's degree in history from University of Maryland Global Campus. Connect with a diverse network of peers and expert faculty members as you prepare to shape the future with insights from the past. With convenient online courses, multiple start dates, access to lifetime career services, and a generous transfer credit policy, UMGC provides the flexibility and support you need. Start your journey today.
Program Highlights
- Gain knowledge: Research, interpret, and present historical knowledge.
- Communicate effectively: Write and speak clearly and appropriately about historical information for diverse audiences.
- Engage viewpoints: Engage in history as a moral and ethical practice, recognizing a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives.
- Learn from history: Apply historical precedents to contemporary life and develop self-reflection.
- Gain perspective: Achieve a deep understanding of the different peoples, events, and cultures that have shaped human civilization.
Required Courses
- (3 Credits, HIST 115) or (3 Credits, HIST 141)
- (3 Credits, HIST 116) or (3 Credits, HIST 142)
- (3 Credits, HIST 156)
- (3 Credits, HIST 157)
- (3 Credits, HIST 289)
- (3 Credits, HIST 309)
- Four upper-level HIST courses (12 credits)
Degree Focus (Recommended)
To align with the 12-credit upper-level HIST courses requirement listed above, we recommend you choose from one of the following groups of classes below to better support your career interests:
U.S. History
- (3 Credits, HIST 316L)
- (3 Credits, HIST 365)
- (3 Credits, HIST 377)
- (3 Credits, HIST 461)
World History
- (3 Credits, HIST 326)
- (3 Credits, HIST 337)
- (3 Credits, HIST 392)
- (3 Credits, HIST 480)
Capstone Course
- (3 Credits, HIST 495)
Career Preparation
This program is designed to prepare you to succeed in a range of professional settings, including museums, historic sites, government, educational institutions, research firms, cultural resource management, public history archives, and more. Graduates might pursue careers as teachers, writers, historians, archivists, museum curators, research analysts, heritage managers, or historical consultants.
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program
No previous experience is needed.
Total Program Credits
120
Transfer Credits
Up to 90
Format
- All courses available online
- Select hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
- $250 per credit hour
(Europe & Downrange)
See our Tuition Rates page for details.
Admission Requirements
This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.
Military-Specific Details
This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.
State-Specific Details
This program does not have state-specific restrictions.