History of Germanistics in Georgia
Explore the century-long path of academic teaching of German language, literature, and culture in Georgia — from the first university lectures to modern digital research.
Establishment of TSU and first steps
With the establishment of Tbilisi State University, the foundation was laid for the teaching of German philology. The first lectures and seminars aimed to familiarize Georgian students with European culture and language.
Establishment of a specialized chair
After the Second World War, independent departments of German language and literature were established, which gave scientific research and teaching a more systematic character.
The golden age of the translation school
In these decades, Georgian German studies achieved the greatest success in the field of artistic translation. The most important works of Goethe, Schiller, Heine, Kafka and other classics were translated into Georgian.
International partnership and new horizons
After the restoration of Georgia's independence, the representative office of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) and the Goethe Institute were opened in Tbilisi.
The Digital Age and Global Germanism
Contemporary German Studies in Georgia is focused on new methodologies, digital humanities, media studies, and online education.
Establishment of TSU and first steps
With the establishment of Tbilisi State University, the foundation was laid for the teaching of German philology. The first lectures and seminars aimed to familiarize Georgian students with European culture and language.
The founders of the university were well aware of the power of the German educational model, so special attention was paid to the teaching of German language and literature from the beginning.