• 专业概况
• 所属院系
• 中国学生入学要求
• 课程信息

专业概况

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The Bachelor of Arts in world languages and cultures helps students develop the skills they need to communicate effectively, while also cultivating critical thinking skills, a comparative perspective on global issues, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people in a multilingual setting. Students who major in world languages and cultures choose a concentration in one of three languages: French, Italian, or Spanish. Each concentration is comprised of 12 courses in language, literature and/or culture. All majors complete an experiential learning course (internship, community service, or travel-study project), as well as a senior seminar where students design a research project on a topic of their choosing.

Do you want a major that is flexible? Our major allows students to gain experience and explore career paths in language teaching, translation, and cultural studies. Some of our students opt for a minor or second major in a related field where language skills are in high demand, such as Business, Healthcare Studies, Geography (Tourism), English, Political Science, Communications, or Education. A good number of our students complete our Certificate in Translation along with the major, and many choose to major in one language and minor in one or more other languages to further enhance their knowledge of world languages and cultures and their future employability.

Do you want to be part of an active, multicultural community? Our small class sizes allow faculty and students to get to know each other and to learn from each other. Our advanced language courses typically have a mix of students learning a new language and native or heritage speakers (those who grew up speaking the language at home) who are there to further develop their oral and written communication skills and to learn about the diversity of world cultures where our languages are spoken. Students often become friends both in and out of the classroom, and lifetime connections are formed.

Do you want to study with faculty who care about you? Our professors work closely with students to make sure you graduate with the tools you need to succeed. While in our program, students have leadership opportunities and cultural experiences with our language clubs; they may write for our departmental newsletter, tutor in our Language Resource Center, join our international honor society Phi Sigma Iota, or participate in a study abroad or study-travel experience. Faculty will also be there for you when you are ready to graduate, helping with networking and applications for jobs, fellowships and graduate schools. Your success is our success!

Studies show that there is a link between second language learning and increased cognitive abilities in students. Students who learn languages score higher on standardized tests and have higher academic achievement rates overall. Learning languages develops the skills that are at the core of a liberal arts education, such as:

Intellectual skills, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, mental agility, and making interdisciplinary connections

Self-confidence, including increased self-reliance, ability to adapt new situations, pro-activity, and willingness to take on responsibilities

People skills, such as effective interpersonal communication, leadership, presentation skills, ability to do team-work, and cross-cultural understanding

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所属院系

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中国学生入学要求

为来自中国的学生设计 Applicants must have an official high school/secondary school record. Obtaining a minimum required score on an approved English Proficiency examination: Internet-based TOEFL test (iBT) – 71; Revised TOEFL Paper-delivered test – 54; TOEFL ITP – 530; IELTS - 6.0; PTE Academic – 49.

课程信息

学制：全日制(120 学分)

学费：US$18,480.00 (¥ 119,638) /年

开学时间：2022九月2日, 2022一月18日

申请截止日期：1 August 2022, 15 December 2022

留学地点：College of Arts and Sciences352 Lafayette Street,SALEM,Massachusetts,01970, United States