die Fachrichtung
Translation
specializations, fields of study, disciplines, majors
Examples
An dieser Universität gibt es viele Fachrichtungen.
There are many fields of study at this university.
Welche Fachrichtung möchtest du studieren?
Which specialization do you want to study?
Grammar Patterns
to ((choose/study)) a field of study Ich möchte die Fachrichtung Informatik studieren.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Spezialisierung, Studienfach, Disziplin
Etymology
Composed of 'Fach' (subject, specialty) and 'Richtung' (direction). Literally a 'subject direction'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'direction' your 'subject' of study is heading in.