This online taster session will give you an insight into what it's like to study German at university. You'll have the chance to hear from a German academic, participate in a taster lecture and engage with current undergraduates.

Hitler's bathing trunks and the AfD's Bikini - Populist Propaganda in Germany

National Socialism was not just just an evil ideology -- it was an evil ideology that had to be sold to the German people.

This lecture looks at the way in which the Nazis painted a picture of Hitler as both man of the people and saviour of Germany.

The populist principles underlying this marketing strategy are then explored further through a compare-and-contrast with some election posters used by today's right-wing populist Alternative für Deutschland party.

This session is suitable for students in years 12 and 13.

It was very interesting and informative, giving me a clearer understanding of what languages are like at uni.

Taster session participant

March 2023

Schedule

Please note that this is an approximate schedule and is therefore subject to change.

• 3.50pm: Log in and get comfortable
• 3.55pm: Welcome and introduction to the department
• 4.05pm: Taster lecture
• 4.50pm: Question and answer session about the lecture
• 5pm: Question and answer session about your subject at Sheffield, with an admissions tutor and current students

Book your place

Contact us

For informal enquiries email tasterdays@sheffield.ac.uk