COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES PROGRAM

World Languages and Studies

The Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Studies at the University of Mobile gives students an opportunity to explore the world through proficiency in French or Spanish.

Bachelor of Arts in World Languages and Studies

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’s 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.

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Areas of Study
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Areas of Study
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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 

CST 303 Intercultural Foundations Literature 

EN 478

EN 301 The Novel

EN 302 Lyric Poetry

EN 333 Christianity and Literature 

EN 478 Literature in Translation 

EN 488 Interdisciplinary Seminar

EN 497 Study in Selected Topics

EN 498 Study in Selected Topics
History and Philosophy 

HI 310 Readings in Modern European History 

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

HI 498 Study in Selected Topics

PY 310 World Religions 

Gov't & Law and Sociology
GL 115 World Politics (Note: GL 115 is a required course) 

GL 300 Current Global Issues

GL 315 International Relations

GL 497 Study in Selected Topics

GL 498 Study in Selected Topics

SA 202 Introduction to Sociology

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

French Concentration
9 HOURS FROM THE FOLLOWING: 

FR 301 Advanced French Composition & Conversation I (Note: FR 301 is a required course) 

FR 302 Advanced French Composition & Conversation II

FR 311 Introduction to France through History

FR 312 Introduction to French Literature and Culture

FR 333 Does God Speak French? 

FR 397 Study in Selected Topics
Spanish Concentration
9 HOURS FROM THE FOLLOWING: 

SP 301 Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation I (Note: SP 301 is a required course) 

SP 302 Advanced Spanish Composition and Conversation II

SP 311 Introduction to Spain and Latin America Through History

SP 312 Intro to Spanish Literature and Culture

SP 333 Does God Speak Spanish?

SP 397 Study in Selected Topics 

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.
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Program Benefits
Career Opportunities

Program Benefits

  • Combines the study of various disciplines to create an interdisciplinary degree
  • Capstone experience serves as culminating preparation for student’s next step after college
  • Become effective at communicating with people from different backgrounds, both domestically and abroad

Your Dream Job Awaits!

Business/Travel Industry

Civil Service

Professor/Teacher

Mission/Aid Worker

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Dr. Keith Lindley Professor of French and Spanish klindley@umobile.edu

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