German phrase
Fällt ~ unter ~?
Meaning
Does ___ count as ___?
When to use it
Checks category fit. It is a polite question for course rules and official procedures.
Example dialogue
Fällt dieses Seminar unter die Pflichtkurse?
Does this seminar count as a required course?
Nein, das ist ein Wahlfach.
No, it is an elective.