The Major The major in German Studies requires twelve upper-division courses chosen from among the core course list, and includes: German Studies I and II (LTGM 100 and 101) Three courses in German Literature Two courses in History Five additional core courses, taken in at least two different departments. At least two of these courses must be taken outside the literature department. Students plan their major in consultation with their German Studies faculty adviser, and submit it to the program director for approval.