Foreign Language, Literatures and Linguistics Majors and Degree Programs

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At most schools, foreign language majors
provide students a solid foundation in the
liberal arts. The skills developed by
studying the liberal arts can be applied
in many fields. Many foreign languages can
be utilized in various fields, including
business, engineering, medicine, computer
science, law, hospitality industry, and
social work. There are many other
industries that hire individuals with
foreign language skills.

Foreign language skills and knowledge of
other cultures has applications in many
professions. Students who study a foreign
language do more than learn vocabulary and
study grammar. They also learn about new
cultures and how to appropriately interact
with people from foreign countries.
Specialists with these skills are in
high-demand since the world economy has
become more globalized. In addition to
language skills and knowledge of foreign
cultures, students who major in foreign
languages develop critical thinking
skills, learn how to appreciate diverse
cultures, understand global issues, and
learn how to appropriately interact with
people from different cultures.

Select a concentration below to explore
various foreign language and linguistic
majors and view colleges and universities
offering majors and degree programs in
foreign language, linguistics, comparative
literature, language interpretation,
applied linguistics, and more.

Originally posted June 24th, 2014