World Languages and Studies
The Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Studies at the 秋霞福利一区 gives students an opportunity to explore the world through proficiency in French or Spanish.
Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Studies
Further study in literature, history, philosophy, government and law, and sociology provide a holistic experience, and prepares students for various study abroad opportunities. Students will be ready to pursue a variety of career opportunities or graduate studies, both domestic and abroad.
With globalization comes increased employment opportunities for those with a foreign language degree. A bachelor鈥檚 degree in world languages opens doors to international opportunities in business, education, travel, the arts, humanitarian work and more. Employment of interpreters and translators is projected to grow at a much faster rate than the average for all occupations.
Some characteristics of professionals in world language careers include a high level of proficiency in both English and another language, cultural competence, excellent listening skills and emotional resilience.
All Programs
- World Languages and Studies
World Languages & Studies Major for All Tracks
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- Core Courses
- Core Courses
- Major Courses
- Concentrations
| Core Courses |
|---|
| Effective English |
| The Literary Tradition |
| Intro to the Bible OR Christian Worldview |
| History of Christian Thought OR Mission & Message of Jesus |
| Basic Public Speaking OR Intro to Philosophy |
| History Course |
| Laboratory Science |
| Mathematics |
| General Education Electives |
| Major Courses |
|---|
| Intercultural Studies 鈥� |
| CST 303 Intercultural Foundations Literature 鈥� |
| EN 478鈥� |
| EN 301 The Novel鈥� |
| EN 302 Lyric Poetry鈥� |
| EN 333 Christianity and Literature 鈥� |
| EN 478 Literature in Translation 鈥� |
| EN 488 Interdisciplinary Seminar鈥� |
| EN 497 Study in Selected Topics鈥� |
| EN 498 Study in Selected Topics |
| History and Philosophy 鈥� |
| HI 310 Readings in Modern European History 鈥� |
| HI 330 American Diplomacy, 1763-1898 |
| HI 331 American Diplomacy Since 1898 |
| HI 340 Studies in Non-Western History |
| HI 414 Group Conflict: Prudent Reactions to 20th Century Genocide |
| HI 497 Study in Selected Topics鈥� |
| HI 498 Study in Selected Topics鈥� |
| PY 310 World Religions 鈥� |
| Gov't & Law and Sociology |
| GL 115 World Politics (Note: GL 115 is a required course) 鈥� |
| GL 300 Current Global Issues鈥� |
| GL 315 International Relations鈥� |
| GL 497 Study in Selected Topics鈥� |
| GL 498 Study in Selected Topics鈥� |
| SA 202 Introduction to Sociology鈥� |
| SA 203 Modern Social Problem |
| SA 430 Current Issues |
| SA 497 Study in Selected Topics |
| SA 498 Study in Selected Topics |
| Capstone Course |
| FR 490 French Capstone OR SP 490 Spanish Capstone |
| Concentrations |
|---|
| 鈥‵rench Concentration |
| 9 HOURS FROM THE FOLLOWING: 鈥� |
| FR 301 Advanced French Composition & Conversation I (Note: FR 301 is a required course) 鈥� |
| FR 302 Advanced French Composition & Conversation II鈥� |
| FR 311 Introduction to France through History鈥� |
| FR 312 Introduction to French Literature and Culture鈥� |
| FR 333 Does God Speak French? 鈥� |
| FR 397 Study in Selected Topics |
| Spanish Concentration |
| 9 HOURS FROM THE FOLLOWING: 鈥� |
| SP 301 Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation I (Note: SP 301 is a required course) 鈥� |
| SP 302 Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation II鈥� |
| SP 311 Introduction to Spain and Latin America Through History鈥� |
| SP 312 Intro to Spanish Literature and Culture鈥� |
| SP 333 Does God Speak Spanish?鈥� |
| SP 397 Study in Selected Topics 鈥� |
| Note: Students will have to complete the FR or SP 101-202 core cycle in their specific language concentration (or equivalent) before beginning the above courses. Instructor approval required. |
Program Benefits
- Combines the study of various disciplines to create an interdisciplinary degree
- Capstone experience serves as culminating preparation for student鈥檚 next step after college
- Become effective at communicating with people from different backgrounds, both domestically and abroad
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