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Danish Minor

Danish Courses

DAN 101, 102 Introduction to Danish Language & Culture I, II
DAN 201 Intermediate Danish I
DAN 202 Intermediate Danish II
DAN 307 Scandinavian Literature I
DAN 308 Scandinavian Literature II
DAN 399 Special Topics
DAN 459 Danish Internship
DAN 499 Research in Danish

The courses in Danish are offered to provide an opportunity for students to learn the language and literature of the people who founded Dana College. The library contains a large collection of Danish literature in the original language and translation. It is possible for students interested in Danish language studies to spend a semester or a year at Aalborg University in Denmark. Further information regarding this and other similar programs is available from the Chair of the Language Department.

Danish Minor
(18 credits in Danish with at least 6 credits at the 300 level or above)

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Danish Courses

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DAN 101, DAN 102 Introduction to Danish Language & Culture I, II 3 credits each semester
A two-semester sequence. An introduction to the Danish language and culture stressing pronunciation, conversation, and essentials of grammar.

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DAN 201 Intermediate Danish I 3 credits
Exercises in reading, writing and conversation, with a review of grammar.
Prerequisite: DAN 102 Introduction to Danish Language & Culture II or equivalent.

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DAN 202 Intermediate Danish II 3 credits
Readings, literary selections and original compositions stressed.
Prerequisite: DAN 201 Intermediate Danish I or equivalent.

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DAN 307 Scandinavian Literature I 3 credits
A survey of Scandinavian literature from the period of the sagas and ballads through the early nineteenth century.

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DAN 308 Scandinavian Literature II 3 credits
A survey of Scandinavian literature from the periods of the saga and ballads through the present. No knowledge of a Scandinavian language is required since translations are used. (Cross-listed as ENG 308)
Prerequisite: One literature survey course, equivalent or permission of instructor.

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DAN 399 Special Topics 1-3 credits
A selected area of study in Danish language and/or literature. The topic is announced in the appropriate semester’s course schedule.
Prerequisite: Generally, sophomore standing or permission of instructor. Offered as needed.

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DAN 459 Danish Internship l-4 credits
On-the-job learning with a cooperating employer in conjunction with a faculty member. A minimum of 40 clock hours of supervised work is required for each semester hour of credit.
Prerequisites: Minimum of 6 credits in Danish and permission of instructor and department chair.

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DAN 499 Research in Danish 1-4 credits
A research paper covering a topic in literature and written in Danish.

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Last updated on January 19, 2007