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Department of World Languages and Cultures

Department of World Languages and Cultures

About Us

The requirement for the B.A. in French or Spanish is 30 semester hours above the elementary level. Required courses include classes in composition and conversation, one survey of literature class, and one culture/civilization class. In addition, two courses in another language are required.

Proficiency in language skills must be demonstrated before graduation by completing successfully the ACTFL oral proficiency interview and written proficiency test. For details of this requirement, see the statement in the current catalog.

Teacher certification programs are available in French and Spanish. A minor in French, German, or Spanish requires 18 semester hours above the elementary level.

The department sponsors study abroad programs on a rotating basis in countries such as Costa Rica, France, Germany, and Spain.

Languages offered as majors:  

  • French 
  • Spanish 

Languages offered as minors: 

  • French 
  • German 
  • Spanish 

General language classes offered: 

  • Chinese 
  • Italian 
CONTACT INFORMATION
Department of World Languages & Cultures
237 Kinard Hall
Rock Hill, SC 29733, USA
803/323-2231
803/323-4043 (fax)
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