Program Coordinator
Cedric James Oliva
Language Studies
Build global fluency through cultural, historical, and linguistic exploration in 91È«ÄÜ´óÉñ Language Studies program.
At a Glance
What You’ll Learn:
- Strong skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing either French, Italian, or Spanish
- Understanding of the cultural, societal, and professional norms of French-speaking, Italian-speaking or Spanish-speaking countries
What You’ll Do:
- Prepare for travel and professional opportunities abroad
- Work and study alongside people from around the world
Where You'll Go:
- Careers in international business and government relations
- Roles as a professional translator
Program Highlights
The Language Studies curriculum integrates culture, history, literature, and other creative expressions into language instruction. It emphasizes both inter- and intra-cultural discourse, teaching students to think critically and analytically about how different language communities encode meaning and transmit culture.
Undergraduate language proficiency is highly valued across many fields—business, social and technical sciences, humanities—and is often a prerequisite for graduate programs. 91È«ÄÜ´óÉñ program equips students with the advanced language skills needed for diverse career paths and further academic study.
Course selection depends on your score on the Language Placement Exam.
Choose Your Focus
The Language Studies program offers studies in French, Italian, and Spanish.
Sample Courses
Our curriculum consists of engaging coursework that’s designed to prepare you for your future career. Just a few sample courses include:
Introduction to French Language and Culture I
ML FR 105
Introduction to French Language and Culture II
ML FR 106
Intermediate French I
ML FR 205
Intermediate French II
ML FR 206
Intercomprehension: A pathway to plurilingualism
LS 401
Learn by Doing
Lessons from a textbook can only take you so far. That’s why experiential learning is at the core of your Bryant experience. You’ll engage in hands-on projects and opportunities beginning your very first year — building skills in critical thinking, learning how to adapt to challenges, and fostering your determination to succeed.
Internships
Gain practical experience and grow your confidence through our many internship opportunities.
International Learning
Expand your horizons and immerse yourself in another culture through one of our study abroad programs.
Service Learning
Discover how to tackle society’s greatest challenges and put your ideas into action to benefit our community.
Student Research
Engage your analytical mindset by collaborating with faculty on original research in the lab and field.