German

Course summary

German language, culture, and contemporary society in German-speaking countries. Year 12 Theme 1: Developments in German society. • Education. • The world of work. • The environment. Theme 2: The political and cultural landscape in German-speaking countries. • Music. • Media. • Festivals and traditions. • Film - Goodbye Lenin. Year 13 Theme 3: Immigration and multiculturalism in Germany. • The positive effects of integration. • The challenges of immigration. • The state and social reactions to immigration. Theme 4: The reunification of Germany. • East German society before reunification. • Results of re-unification. • Germany since reunification. • Literature: Ich fühl mich so fifty fifty.