GER 102Elementary German 2
- Units
- 0.50
- Faculty
- Arts
- Subject
- German
When it runs
- F24
- W25
- S25
- F25
- W26
- S26
- F26
- W27
- S27
Ran in 5 of the last 7 terms. Winter 2027: scheduled, 2 lecture sections. Spring 2027: schedule not out yet.
A continuation of GER 101.
Prerequisites
- Must have completed the following:
- GER101 - Elementary German 1 (0.50)
Antirequisites
- Complete all of the following
- Not completed: 4U German
- Not open to students with native, near-native, or similar advanced ability
Leads to
Winter 2027 sections
| Section | Class | Enrolled | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEC 081 | 3524 | 0 / 30 | Online or by arrangement |
| LEC 701 | 1178 | 19 / 9999 | Online or by arrangement |
Reviewed on UW Flow
79% liked it57% easy82% useful
From 34 ratings and 9 comments on UW Flow. The most helpful comments, quoted as written, without names. Read them all on UW Flow.
Don't take it online. Took all fun and interesting stuff away.
Jul 2014 · didn’t like it · 1 found this helpfulOn UW FlowRemove this
Decent amount of work throughout the class, but for me so much fun. A great way to learn German (I had a lot of fun in it) but if you dont care to learn it this class will be a chore. (W25)
Oct 2026 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this
A really great class! I love this German curriculum. GER102 builds perfectly upon the knowledge gained in 101, and we learn a ton of useful stuff! The prof is super fun and engaging! We always had fun activities to do in class, and she made sure to get to know all of us so that the whole class felt like a big friend group. There are no exams, just weekly homework and online quizzes, a midterm video project, and a final video project. Super chill!
Apr 2025 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this
Easily my favourite course of the term. Demanding but rewarding.
May 2022 · liked itOn UW FlowRemove this
The course is poorly done and outdated. Annoying switching between the multiple textbooks and sections. The workload is easily 12-14 hours a week instead of the recommended 8 if you want a decent grade. E. Milne was an amazing prof. Always available and willing to help. None of the online content worked as they haven't updated it since Flash stopped working. If you want to learn german look elsewhere.
Jul 2021 · didn’t like itOn UW FlowRemove this
Discussed on r/uwaterloo
16 posts and comments in 14 threads mention GER 102, October 2011 to December 2024. Quoted word for word, newest first; each reply sits under the post and the comment that started its branch. Search r/uwaterloo for newer posts.
Fall 2022
Should I take beginner language course (ITAL 101) in person or online? 2 points, 4 comments
“For anyone who has taken this course or any other 101 language courses, is it easier to learn/get a higher grade in person or would I fine taking it online? …”
u/angerygoosepopo: “I took RUSS101 in person and GER 101/102 online. I found both German courses to be much more work-intensive during the week since discussion boards replace in-class discussions. …”
Spring 2021
Anyone else taking GER102 online this Spring Term ? 0 points, 1 comment
u/kalantia: “.. and wants to connect so we can practice/study please hmu”
Fall 2020
For those taking foreign language classes, 1 point, 10 comments
“I wanted to take German 101 in the winter in class. I specifically took some classes ahead of time to leave a slot open to take the class, but now they've announced winter is online smh... …”
u/tkfi: “I took GER 101 in Person and GER 102 online, so I can compare my experience in both. In person helps a lot to get over that initial phase when you start a new language, where you're super self conscious trying to speak it to others. …”
Fall 2019
Anybody who took German101 or 102? 2 points, 4 comments
“I would be most grateful if I could chat with somebody who took German language courses here. I've very specific questions about how much of the language do you cover in these courses. …”
u/skyreni: “I took GER 101 and I’m taking GER 102 next term”
Winter 2018
GER101 1 point, 8 comments
“Considering it atm but what's the mark breakdown for German 101 (usual or most recent)? Opinions on the course, and what was the general level of language skill by the end of the course (i.e. …”
u/Feuer_in_Hand: “Took it in Winter 2017. It's a bird course which requires no background German knowledge. The workload is not big, but you have to memorize the words from the glossary. …”
u/Feuer_in_Hand: “Yes, I took GER102 and GER201 online :) Both online courses have the same mark breakdown: 40% Final + 8% Short Writing 4 + 1.5% Weekly quiz + 10% Participation (which is to post your comments/answers to the discussion board). …”
Fall 2017
Any way to disable UWCourseLinker from posting? 16 points, 26 comments
“posting a reply to my comment I find the bot annoying.”
u/Jackhofmann: “PSYCH 483 PSYCH 484 PSYCH 485 PSYCH 486 PSYCH 490R PSYCH 499A PSYCH 499B PSYCH 499C PSYCH 621 PSYCH 630 PSYCH 677A PSYCH 704A PSYCH 704B PSYCH 707 PSYCH 710 PSYCH 714 PSYCH 717 PSYCH 720A PSYCH 721A …”
u/Jackhofmann: “… 641 GEOG 651 GEOG 669 GEOG 675 GEOG 676 GEOG 679 GEOG 685 GEOG 691 GEOG 695 GER 100 GER 101 GER 102 GER 180 GER 201 GER 202 GER 211 GER 220 GER 250 GER 261 GER 271 GER 301 GER 350 GER 383 GER 395 GER 407 GER 431 GER 490 GER 495 GER 600 GER 612 GER 621 GER 700 GER 712 GER 720 GER …”
Fall 2016
Course selection for next semester starts tomorrow. What courses are you taking? 5 points, 12 comments
u/rainmask: “MATH 239, CS 240, CS 241, ENGL 306A, and GER 102 probably graduating in 8 terms is overrated anyway”
Winter 2015
Exchange Program at Technische Universität München (TUM)??? 3 points, 2 comments
u/kaneeza: “… GER 101, 102 etc.)? 3. Is the exchange program very competitive? Like, do I have to have top grades and stuff? 4. How much are the living expenses + tuition? If you can share some insight about your experience in Germany in general, I would greatly appreciate your help too! …”
u/joemama19: “… So yeah, if you don't speak any German already, I would find a way to take at the very least GER 101, 102, 201, and 202. …”
How should I order my CSEs? 0 points, 8 comments
“The courses that I want to take are STV 205, CLAS 104, GER 101. Havent decided on List B yet. Is there any particular order that I should take these electives to make my life easier? …”
u/yerich: “GER 101, being a language course, shouldn't be regarded as a bird course; expect to put in a fair chunk of effort on that one. Do not take GER 101 online. …”
u/ghettobrown: “If you are good at languages, GER 101/102 will be easy. If you have trouble learning new languages, then you'll have to put in the extra effort. You will have to consistently memorize vocabulary and grammar rules if you want a good mark in the course. And /u/yerich is correct. …”
Spring 2013
Any German speakers/learners want to practice their German? 5 points, 9 comments
“Been studying German for a while and went on exchange there last year. Sadly it's been a while and I am starting to forget the language so if anyone out there is in a similar situation or interested …”
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u/Lemara: “Mm well there are the courses you can take (Ger 101, 102..etc) which probably wont help much. There also is a big number of German exchange students on campus every term. What kind of things are you looking for?”
Fall 2012
How well does Ger 101 actually teach you German? 6 points, 11 comments
“I'm interested in learning the language, but don't want to waste an elective on something I won't get my moneys worth for.”
u/Lemara: “Took Ger 101 and 102 It does not teach you much and it's a hard course to get more than a 75”
u/SprocketJockey: “I took Ger 101 as a DE course on a co-op term and Ger 102 on campus and then did a year of study and work abroad in Germany. Even with those two courses under my belt, I was brutle at communicating with native Germans when I first arrived. …”
Winter 2012
Animosity towards Arts studends? 22 points, 97 comments
“So I've been in UWaterloo for two terms and I've noticed a kind of animosity or a sense of superiority people in Math or Engineering tend to have, that Arts courses are easy or a degree in Arts isn't …”
u/AnotherEpigone: “Ok, I'm not saying I'm a superior person because engineering is harder than any arts program, but it is harder. …”
u/Lemara: “freaking german huh, it's so hard and annoying.. i've got most of my ger 102 quiz answers, if you might find them useful pm me”
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