Type:
Bachelor
Speciality:
023201.11.6 - Linguistics
Specialisation:
023201.11.6 - ---
Qualification awarded:
Bachelor’s degree in Philology
Programme academic year:
2025/2026
Mode of study:
Full time
Language of study:
Հայերեն
1. Admission criteria/requirements
Applicants with a certificate of secondary, primary, or secondary vocational education can apply for the program. The admission is carried out according to the "Regulation of admission to state and non-state higher educational institutions of the Republic of Armenia (according to the Bachelor’s degree educational program)" approved by the Government of the Republic of Armenia, Decision of the Government of the Republic of Armenia (April 26, 2012. N 597-Ն). The applicant passes the following entrance exams: foreign language (written in German or English), Armenian language, and literature (written).
2. Programme Objectives
The program aims to:
·develop the abilities and skills of students to analyze linguistic phenomena and the ability to compare and evaluate practical knowledge with a range,
·provide comprehensive and competitive higher education in the field of German as well as English,
·train wide-profile specialists in the field of cross-cultural and interlinguistic communication and translation.
Graduates of the program will have the opportunity to work in embassies of German and English-speaking countries, international, and domestic organizations, various publishing houses, and public educational institutions and successfully solve specific professional problems.
·develop the abilities and skills of students to analyze linguistic phenomena and the ability to compare and evaluate practical knowledge with a range,
·provide comprehensive and competitive higher education in the field of German as well as English,
·train wide-profile specialists in the field of cross-cultural and interlinguistic communication and translation.
Graduates of the program will have the opportunity to work in embassies of German and English-speaking countries, international, and domestic organizations, various publishing houses, and public educational institutions and successfully solve specific professional problems.
3. Educational outcomes of the programme
Upon completion of the course, the student will be able to:
- to present the modern theories of German and English studies, their principles and concepts,
- to describe the essence of mutual relations between linguistics and language communication,
- to present the phonetic, grammatical, word-forming, stylistic peculiarities of German and English, their corresponding patterns, as well as the fundamental concepts of translation,
- to present the language culture, history, geography, politics, education, social life, customs, and value systems of German and English-speaking countries, comparing them with Armenian culture,
- to discuss the peculiarities of the phonological, lexical, and grammatical systems of the studied languages, the circumstances of their realization,
- to highlight and interpret the linguistic peculiarities characteristic of German and English,
- to carry out a descriptive analysis of all vocabulary layers of the studied languages, to explain their peculiarities in different languages,
- to identify the features of language thinking characteristic of German and English by examining the corresponding syntactic structures,
- to carry out trilingual oral and written communication and translation at the necessary level in the field of profession,
- to apply professional knowledge in different work fields and public discourses.
- to explain and interpret information and facts related to the given field to the professional and non-professional public,
- to collect, process, and analyze various data related to the professional field, to conduct relevant research,
- to build logically correct and well-argued oral and written speech in foreign and native languages,
- to use various information sources (Internet, electronic libraries, scientific articles, etc.),
- to be versatile, to participate in debates and discussions, to demonstrate high abilities to present and argue one's point of view, and to be ready to overcome everyday challenges.
4. Assessment methods
According to the courses provided by the curriculum, four types of assessment are distinguished:
1. Course with a final assessment
2. Course without a final assessment
3. Assessment course without mid-term exams
4. Check-up course.
The maximum assessment point is 20, while the minimum is 10.
18-20 points: excellent,
14-17 points: good,
10-13 points: sufficient,
0-9 points insufficient.
a) Course with a final assessment
Two mid-term exams, a mid-term check-up, and a final exam are carried out during the course. Participation is also taken into account.
The first mid-term exam is passed based on the student's written work, which is evaluated with a maximum of 4 points.
The second exam is passed based on the student's written work, which is evaluated with a maximum of 4 points.
The current test is written and oral, and is rated for a maximum of 3 points.
2 points are granted for participation.
The final exam is oral with a maximum value of 7 points.
b) Course without a final assessment
Assessment methods and criteria are:
The first mid-term exam is passed based on the student's written work, which is evaluated with a maximum of 4 points.
The second mid-term exam is conducted orally and is rated for a maximum of 4 points.
The current test is written and oral, and is worth a maximum of 8 points.
Independent work is awarded 2 points.
2 points are granted for participation.
c) Course without mid-term exams
Assessment methods and criteria are:
Two midterms, each worth 4 points, independent work - 2 points, participation - 2 points, and a final exam - 8 points are carried out during the course.
1. Course with a final assessment
2. Course without a final assessment
3. Assessment course without mid-term exams
4. Check-up course.
The maximum assessment point is 20, while the minimum is 10.
18-20 points: excellent,
14-17 points: good,
10-13 points: sufficient,
0-9 points insufficient.
a) Course with a final assessment
Two mid-term exams, a mid-term check-up, and a final exam are carried out during the course. Participation is also taken into account.
The first mid-term exam is passed based on the student's written work, which is evaluated with a maximum of 4 points.
The second exam is passed based on the student's written work, which is evaluated with a maximum of 4 points.
The current test is written and oral, and is rated for a maximum of 3 points.
2 points are granted for participation.
The final exam is oral with a maximum value of 7 points.
b) Course without a final assessment
Assessment methods and criteria are:
The first mid-term exam is passed based on the student's written work, which is evaluated with a maximum of 4 points.
The second mid-term exam is conducted orally and is rated for a maximum of 4 points.
The current test is written and oral, and is worth a maximum of 8 points.
Independent work is awarded 2 points.
2 points are granted for participation.
c) Course without mid-term exams
Assessment methods and criteria are:
Two midterms, each worth 4 points, independent work - 2 points, participation - 2 points, and a final exam - 8 points are carried out during the course.
5. Graduates future career opportunities
Graduates of the program have the opportunity to work:
·in German-speaking and English-speaking embassies, consulates,
·in the offices of the German Academic Exchange Service,
·at the Goethe Institute
·in German and English language teacher training offices,
·in national state institutions,
·at the RA Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
·at the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts,
·in the Museum of History,
·in cultural associations,
·in publishing houses (e.g. "Zangak", "Antares")
·in tourist companies,
·in public schools and various educational institutions teaching German or English /by choice/.
·in German-speaking and English-speaking embassies, consulates,
·in the offices of the German Academic Exchange Service,
·at the Goethe Institute
·in German and English language teacher training offices,
·in national state institutions,
·at the RA Ministry of Foreign Affairs,
·at the Mesrop Mashtots Institute of Ancient Manuscripts,
·in the Museum of History,
·in cultural associations,
·in publishing houses (e.g. "Zangak", "Antares")
·in tourist companies,
·in public schools and various educational institutions teaching German or English /by choice/.
6. Resources and forms to support learning
Textbooks, educational and visual materials, Internet, and technical resources.
7. Educational standards or programme benchmarks used for programme development
The program is designed following European Bachelor’s degree programs, taking into account, of course, local educational factors as well.
Program orientations are:
1. The RA national framework of qualifications approved by decision N7 14-Ն of the RA Government of July 7, 2016.
2. Guide for completing the educational program specification and course descriptors, YSU, 2017.
3. Methodological guidelines for the development of YSU educational programs. Yerevan, 2010.
4. The procedure for admission to state and non-state higher educational institutions of the Republic of Armenia (according to the Bachelor’s degree educational program), approved by the Government of the Republic of Armenia by decision N597 of April 26, 2012.
5. The structure and content of the undergraduate educational program of Yerevan State University.
6. Development of industrial courses and educational programs, Budaghyan A., Grigoryan A. Yerevan, 2017.
The program was also implemented by taking into account the existing international program orientations and criteria in the field of the given profession, based on the Bachelor’s degree programs of German studies and cultural studies of universities, in particular Mannheim University, Koblenz-Landau University, Lomonosov Moscow State University.
Program orientations are:
1. The RA national framework of qualifications approved by decision N7 14-Ն of the RA Government of July 7, 2016.
2. Guide for completing the educational program specification and course descriptors, YSU, 2017.
3. Methodological guidelines for the development of YSU educational programs. Yerevan, 2010.
4. The procedure for admission to state and non-state higher educational institutions of the Republic of Armenia (according to the Bachelor’s degree educational program), approved by the Government of the Republic of Armenia by decision N597 of April 26, 2012.
5. The structure and content of the undergraduate educational program of Yerevan State University.
6. Development of industrial courses and educational programs, Budaghyan A., Grigoryan A. Yerevan, 2017.
The program was also implemented by taking into account the existing international program orientations and criteria in the field of the given profession, based on the Bachelor’s degree programs of German studies and cultural studies of universities, in particular Mannheim University, Koblenz-Landau University, Lomonosov Moscow State University.
8. Requirements for the academic staff
General:
Teaching/Pedagogical:
·the ability to create a study-methodical program of the course,
·the ability to effectively manage the audience,
·mastery and application of the latest educational technologies,
·ability to use interactive teaching methods,
·adoption of cooperative learning principles,
·ability to combine and deliver theoretical and practical skills.
Research:
·the ability to carry out theoretical and empirical research work,
·the ability to use printed and online scientific sources,
·the ability to analyze the content of scientific speech,
·mastery of linguistic and stylistic features of scientific texts and the ability to analyze them,
·ability to edit and manage scientific works.
Communication:
·the ability to communicate with the audience,
·Collaborative and participatory, student-centered communication skills.
·ICT application
·Basic computer skills (fluency in MS Office package: Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
·the ability to use social platforms,
·management of online groups,
·skill in using digital technologies.
Other abilities:
·knowledge of professional ethics and legal norms in the field of communications,
·the ability to estimate the necessary resources and implement projects effectively,
·ability to plan and manage time.
Professional abilities:
·the ability to conduct scientific studies in the field of German philology,
·knowledge of related professions (psychology, language psychology, intercultural communication, translation, etc.),
·ability to master information technologies and provide them,
·ability to present the foundations of modern theories of linguistics and communication,
·professional fact analysis and ability to conclude,
·ability to present the latest foreign language teaching methods and technologies to the audience.
General requirements:
Academic degree;
·degree and/or rank in the humanities and social sciences, or, in some cases, a Master's degree in a given field.
·availability of at least 3 scientific and/or methodological publications in the last 3 years.
Teaching/Pedagogical:
·the ability to create a study-methodical program of the course,
·the ability to effectively manage the audience,
·mastery and application of the latest educational technologies,
·ability to use interactive teaching methods,
·adoption of cooperative learning principles,
·ability to combine and deliver theoretical and practical skills.
Research:
·the ability to carry out theoretical and empirical research work,
·the ability to use printed and online scientific sources,
·the ability to analyze the content of scientific speech,
·mastery of linguistic and stylistic features of scientific texts and the ability to analyze them,
·ability to edit and manage scientific works.
Communication:
·the ability to communicate with the audience,
·Collaborative and participatory, student-centered communication skills.
·ICT application
·Basic computer skills (fluency in MS Office package: Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
·the ability to use social platforms,
·management of online groups,
·skill in using digital technologies.
Other abilities:
·knowledge of professional ethics and legal norms in the field of communications,
·the ability to estimate the necessary resources and implement projects effectively,
·ability to plan and manage time.
Professional abilities:
·the ability to conduct scientific studies in the field of German philology,
·knowledge of related professions (psychology, language psychology, intercultural communication, translation, etc.),
·ability to master information technologies and provide them,
·ability to present the foundations of modern theories of linguistics and communication,
·professional fact analysis and ability to conclude,
·ability to present the latest foreign language teaching methods and technologies to the audience.
General requirements:
Academic degree;
·degree and/or rank in the humanities and social sciences, or, in some cases, a Master's degree in a given field.
·availability of at least 3 scientific and/or methodological publications in the last 3 years.
9. Additional information about the programme
As a result of revising the previous program, on the recommendation of the working group, with the agreement of the Dean of the Faculty of European Languages and Communication as well as the university management, a decision was made:
From the 6th semester, the program includes a module on translation work and intercultural communication (German and Armenian) as well as English and civilization. Students will choose one of these modules through the registrar system (in proportion to 50% of the number of students).
Within the framework of the program, students can choose an additional 30-credit equivalent course with the qualification of a pedagogue on a paid basis, which will provide an opportunity to work in public schools.
During study, specialists from abroad are regularly invited to conduct lectures, seminars, training, and research.
From the 6th semester, the program includes a module on translation work and intercultural communication (German and Armenian) as well as English and civilization. Students will choose one of these modules through the registrar system (in proportion to 50% of the number of students).
Within the framework of the program, students can choose an additional 30-credit equivalent course with the qualification of a pedagogue on a paid basis, which will provide an opportunity to work in public schools.
During study, specialists from abroad are regularly invited to conduct lectures, seminars, training, and research.
