Program Overview

Modern Language BA, Dual Language Emphasis Professional

The Department of Languages and Cultures offers a Dual Language Professional Track as part of the B.A. in Modern Languages. This program is designed to meet the increasing demand for multilingual professionals. Students can combine the study of any two languages: French, Japanese, or Spanish.

Overview

The Dual Language Professional Track focuses on developing language proficiency, intercultural competency, and professional skills. Students benefit from numerous study abroad opportunities to refine their linguistic and cultural competencies.

General Education Requirements

Each language major must satisfy the general education requirements of the university and the College of Arts and Sciences.

Specific Requirements or Restrictions

• Students entering with no high school language units must enroll in Language 1001 or Language 2115.
• Language 2115 is an intensive study of a language and satisfies the foreign language requirement.
• A grade of D in a Language 1001 course is a passing grade but not an entrance grade for a Language 1002 course.
• Demonstration of a high level of proficiency may affect the number of hours required for the major.

Degree Requirements

All courses for the major must be passed with a grade of C- or better. No course required for the major may be taken on a satisfactory/unsatisfactory (s/u) basis, except for those taken abroad as part of a university-approved program.

Bachelor of Arts

• Students must successfully complete FGN LANG 2100 and FGN LANG 2294.
• Students must meet the departmental requirement of a minimum of 33 hours in French, 39 hours in Japanese, or 35 hours in Spanish, or 30-33 hours in the Dual Language Professional Emphasis.
• The maximum number of hours that may be taken in the major is 45.

Transfer Students

Transfer students must complete at least 12 graded hours in language courses at the 3000 level or above with a grade point average of 2.0 or better.

Heritage Speakers

Heritage speakers are defined as individuals raised in a family or social environment where the target language is habitually used. Students will take a nationally-normed proficiency test to determine placement.

Native Speakers

Native speakers are defined as individuals who completed their secondary education or above in the target language. Students will submit an official transcript to the University.

Emphasis Area Requirements

Students must choose two language options and complete at least one course with an internship, service learning, or study abroad component.

Teacher Certification

The College of Education offers a B.S. Ed. in Secondary Education with an emphasis in a foreign language. Students interested in teaching certification should contact the advising office for discipline-specific requirements.

Sample Four-Year Plan

A sample four-year plan is provided, but students should meet with their advisor each semester to ensure they are on track to graduate.

Academic Affairs

For more information, students can contact the Academic Affairs office.