Modern Languages - Undergraduate Program - University of Windsor - Windsor, Ontario, Canada
 

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Study Spanish, Italian, or German and see the world! Students in this program spend a year abroad, allowing you to perfect the language while being immersed in its culture. Classes in this program are small and intimate. Study abroad is a transformative experience. You’ll become a better you.


Sample Courses: Introduction to Language and Linguistics, German/Italian/Spanish Literary Tradition, Theories of Language Acquisition, Intensive German/Italian/Spanish, additional courses taken at a foreign institution abroad


Specialization Options: Spanish, Italian, German


Career Tracks: Language advisor, immigration services, public relations officer, international business communications specialist

Admission requirements for Applicants in Canada


Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 70%

* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.

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Earn a BA and a certificate in Second Language Education at the same time. Choose to learn German, Italian or Spanish, and learn to teach it, too! With small class sizes, you’ll get personal attention as you learn language acquisition methodologies, observe how professionals teach language, and get real practice teaching. You can even go on exchange and immerse yourself in the language. Plus, future primary/junior teachers can qualify for the consecutive education program! 


Sample Courses: Introduction to Language and Linguistics, German/Italian/Spanish Literary Tradition, Theories of Language Acquisition, Intensive German/Italian/Spanish


Specialization Options: Spanish, Italian, German


Career Tracks: Teacher, language advisor, translator/interpreter, educational assistant, communications specialist


Professional Designation Possible: Certificate in Second Language Education

Admission requirements for Applicants in Canada


Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 70%

* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.

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This program is like a buy-one-get-one-free sale on languages. You get to specialize in two languages—Spanish, Italian, or German. Class sizes are small, guaranteeing you lots of one-on-one attention. You’ll get the chance to study abroad, too, if you choose. Being multilingual is a huge asset in whatever career field you pursue.


Sample Courses: Introduction to Language and Linguistics, German/Italian/Spanish Literary Tradition, Theories of Language Acquisition, Intensive German/Italian/Spanish


Specialization Options: Spanish, Italian, German


Career Tracks: Language advisor, translator/interpreter, immigration services, public official, business communications specialist

Admission requirements for Applicants in Canada


Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 70%

* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.

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Become fluent in teaching newcomers to Canada with this unique program. You’ll take three years in the modern languages program and two years in education. You’ll earn two degrees at once, customizing your program to your interests. You will be eligible to teach JK to Grade 6.


Sample Courses: Teaching and Learning, Educational Psychology, Assessment and Evaluation, Theories of Language Acquisition, Concentrations in Arabic/French/Spanish


Career Tracks: Elementary teacher, principal, special education teacher, learning strategist, academic administrator, language advisor, translator/interpreter, educational assistant, immigration services


Professional Designation Possible: OCT (Ontario College of Teachers)

Admission requirements for Applicants in Canada


Course Requirements: English/ENG4U
Minimum Average: 75%
Mean Average: 79%
Minimum Average (Co-op): 80%; 70% minimum in English
Note: Admission to first year only.

* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.

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If high achievement and diverse academic pursuits are in your DNA, this elite program is for you. It’s for students who want to develop knowledge and skills in the sciences, arts, humanities and social sciences. Blend your interests – drama with biomedical sciences or biochemistry with music. You can tailor your program to match your interests and career aspirations. Our students can pursue diverse career opportunities or go on to do research or graduate degrees in their field. This program is small by design to give your talents the attention they deserve.


Sample Courses: Introduction to Interdisciplinary Arts and Science; Modes and Methods of Inquiry; Inquiry and Communication; Science, Ethics and Social Policy


Specialization Options: Students choose a major or double major and a minor (in FAHSS or Science). Available major and minor concentrations: Anthrozoology; Biological Sciences; Biomedical Science; Chemistry and Biochemistry; Communication, Media and Film; Computer Science; Dramatic Art; Economics; English Language, Literature and Creative Writing; History; Languages, Literatures and Civilizations; Mathematics and Statistics; Music and Visual Arts; Philosophy; Physics; Political Science; Psychology; Sociology, Anthropology and Criminology; Women’s and Gender Studies


Career Tracks: Professional school (medicine, dentistry, pharmacy), law, graduate studies, medical director

Admission requirements for Applicants in Canada


Course Requirements: Advanced Functions/MHF4U and two of Biology/SBI4U, Physics/SPH4U, or Chemistry/SCH4U. English/ENG4U.
Strongly Recommended: Calculus & Vectors/MCV4U
Minimum Average: 80%
Mean Average: 85%

* Average over six Grade 12 academic courses.

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  • Co-op Co-op Available
  • G General 3-year program
  • H Honours 4-year program
  • T Thesis Available
  • C Combined Honours programs available
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Shaun Collins

"Due to the small size of the program, the professors in my department had great relationships with the students and were always there to help when I needed it. I spent my third year living in Spain, studying at the Universidad de Valladolid, and travelling Europe – truly an amazing once-in-a-lifetime experience. While abroad, I also tutored two native Spanish girls in English. Between the tutoring abroad and the teaching practicum I took in my fourth year, I was able to reaffi rm that teaching is my career path."

Shaun Collins
BA (Honours) in Modern Languages with Year Abroad
Spanish Option

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What Will I Learn?

  • Understanding human behaviour, communication, and interaction as shaped by social and cultural contexts
  • Communicating effectively and persuasively in a language other than English in speech and/or writing
  • Reading and comprehending primary texts, often in foreign languages; conducting original research

  • Appreciating the ways in which language subtly shapes expression and affects communication
  • Determining and articulating the effects of historical peoples and events on modern cultures and practices
  • Understanding significant differences between groups, societies, religions, and cultures; using this knowledge to identify similarities and bridge differences in the workplace and elsewhere


97%


Employment Rate of Graduates*

*Two Years after Graduation (OUGS Humanities, 2020)

Explore your opportunities

  • Administrative assistant
  • Archivist
  • Border services
  • Business advisor
  • Communications specialist
  • Curator
  • Editor
  • Historical consultant
  • Human resources manager
  • Immigration services
  • Industry instructor
  • Journalist
  • Language advisor
  • Lawyer
  • Librarian
  • Marketing manager
  • Media analyst
  • Museum director
  • Professor
  • Public official
  • Public policy advisor
  • Public relations officer
  • Reporter
  • Research co-ordinator
  • Speech pathologist
  • Teacher
  • Television/Radio analyst
  • Translator
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