General Qualification (AQua) in the Bachelor's degree programme Linguistics, Literature and Cultural Studies

The AQua area offers six modules, which are labeled Foreign Languages. These are structured in a similar manner (4 SWS language learning seminars, module examination: 90-minute language examination, 5 credit points). They differ only in the language level to be achieved. This is based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and defines the levels: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1.1 and C1.2. If you already have basic language experience, you can, for example, continue with a foreign language from level B2. If you want to learn an unknown language, module A1 is recommended. The number of foreign language modules you have to take depends on the overall regulation of your sub-subject.
You can take the language learning seminars at the Faculty of Language, Literature and Cultural Studies or at TUDIAS. Please note that you must take a 90-minute language exam to complete the foreign language module. Language courses from previous studies can also be credited. However, it is not possible to credit foreign language skills from school education.
The modules of the Foreign Languages section can be credited more than once, provided that the selected languages are different. This means that if you first chose the Foreign Languages A1 module and took Italian A1, you can have the basics of Polish also credited in the Foreign Languages A1 module in another semester. Please note that none of the selected languages may correspond to the language you have studied. In the example just mentioned, your sub-subjects must not be Romance Studies (focus on Italian) and/or Slavic Studies (language practice - Polish).

Note: This module must be chosen if you have chosen the sub-subject German Studies and/or one of the second main subjects Protestant Theology, History, Catholic Theology, Art History or Philosophy. If the first or second major subject Slavic Studies is chosen, at least one module Foreign Languages with a Slavic language that does not correspond to the language studied in the major must be chosen. If the first or second major is Classical Philology, the module Foreign Languages - Greek III must be chosen. If the second major is History, at least two modules of Foreign Languages in Latin must be chosen.

Attention! Language learning seminars in German cannot be credited due to legislation, as this is the language of study.

Module descriptions in the superordinate study regulations (p.111-122)

In addition, the AQua area offers the opportunity to take the Basic Skills modules. These are divided into the module Overview and the module Advanced. Both offer the possibility to select individual courses from the catalog AQUA, which is published every semester on the homepage of the SLK faculty. In principle, it is not necessary to take both modules of the basic competences. It is also possible to choose only the module Basic Skills Advanced. The module Basic Skills Overview is not a prerequisite for this. The difference lies in the credit points that are awarded after successful completion of the module examination. In the Basic Skills Overview module, you can earn 5 credit points after you have completed at least 2 SWS and thus a graded examination in the amount of 5 credit points. The module Basic Skills Advanced offers the possibility to achieve 10 credit points after you have completed at least 4 SWS and thus at least one graded examination. You can also take the modules Overview and Advanced several times if the contents of the courses differ. However, at least one graded examination in the Basic Skills module must be completed.

Module descriptions in the higher-level study regulations (p.123-126)

Another module in the AQua program is “Professional Practice.” This is not a required internship but rather an elective module. If you choose this module, you can have an internship of at least four weeks credited toward your degree. The module exam consists of a report (a reading-based assignment) and, upon successful completion, is worth 5 credit points. You must select this module if you have chosen Protestant Theology or Philosophy as your second major.

A guide for writing the internship report is available for download.

On the faculty’s homepage under “Studium,” there is a password-protected section (Internship and Job Opportunities) that is updated as opportunities become available. Please contact the Faculty Student Council to request the password. Of course, you may also organize your internship of at least four weeks on your own.

Module description in the overarching study regulations (p. 127)

The AQua program also offers the opportunity to have a study abroad experience counted toward your degree. Three modules have been created to accommodate different types of study abroad experiences. It is strongly recommended that you begin planning your study abroad experience early and consult with the appropriate academic advising office.

• If you spend at least 12 weeks abroad, you can enroll in the module “Study Abroad Phase I – 12 Weeks.” After successfully completing a report or reading-based assignment (module exam), you can earn 10 credit points. You should select this module if you have chosen one of the following subfields: English and American Studies, Romance Studies, and/or Slavic Studies.
• If you complete multiple study abroad stays, you may opt for the module “Study Abroad Phase II – 2x6 Weeks,” which grants credit for both stays. The module exam consists of a portfolio and is worth 10 credit points. You must select this module if you have chosen two of the following subfields: English and American Studies, Romance Studies, and/or Slavic Studies.
• The “Study Abroad Phase III – 6 Weeks” module allows you to receive credit (5 LP) for at least six weeks of study abroad upon successful completion of the module exam (a reading-based assignment).

A guide for writing the report on your stay abroad is available for download.

Module descriptions in the overarching study regulations (pp. 128–130)