Along with a broad-based liberal education in the humanities, the Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Language prepares students for careers requiring knowledge of a foreign language and the various sociocultural environments of its speakers, for graduate study in diverse fields, and for teaching French, German or Spanish.

The program offers the Bachelor of Arts in Foreign Language, with concentrations in French, German, Spanish and world film studies. The programs in foreign languages also offers courses taught in English on literature in translation and the cultures and cinemas of other countries. These courses do not satisfy general education language requirements.

All VCU students wishing to continue their high school language should consult the foreign language placement testing page on the School of World Studies Web site at www.has.vcu.edu/wld/resources/placement. Transfer students will receive the credits granted by the institution from which they transfer. Consult specific language requirements for the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degrees.

Foreign language majors are strongly encouraged to study two years of a second language and/or to complete a minor, preferably one offered within the School of World Studies, as well as participate in a study-abroad program. Students should refer to the listing in the general description of the School of World Studies.

Extended Teacher Preparation Program

Foreign language majors interested in teaching early, middle, secondary or special education can enroll in an Extended Teacher Preparation Program that results in the simultaneous awarding of a bachelor’s degree in one of the foreign languages mentioned above and a master’s in teaching. Similar opportunities exist for students in a variety of majors who pursue the Latin and Roman studies minor. For additional information about this program administered jointly by the College of Humanities and Sciences and the School of Education, contact the School of Education’s Office of Student Services.