Global studies and languages

Program I in French Studies, Program II in German Studies, and Program III in Spanish Studies are designed to provide competence in reading, writing, and speaking; general knowledge of French, German, or Spanish culture and literature; and advanced subjects in literature, film, and cultural studies. For each option, the student designs a program in consultation with an advisor in order to meet individual interests, abilities, and goals. However, all majors reflect a balance of historical, geographical, cultural, and linguistic competence. Joint degree programs are offered in French, German, and Spanish, and include majors in combination with a field in engineering or science (21E, 21S). See the Department of Humanities section for further information. The Minor in Chinese typically consists of six subjects arranged into three levels of study as follows: The Minor in French consists of six subjects typically arranged into three levels of study as follows: The Minor in German consists of six subjects arranged into three levels of study as follows: The Minor in Japanese consists of six subjects arranged into three levels of study as follows: The Minor in Spanish consists of six subjects arranged into three levels of study as follows: Please also refer to the Minor in Applied International Studies and the HASS Minors in Regional Studies, which include African and African Diaspora Studies, Asian and Asian Diaspora Studies, Latin American and Latino/a Studies, Middle Eastern Studies, and Russian and Eurasian Studies. Further information on subjects and programs may be obtained from the Global Studies and Languages Section Office, Room 14N-305, 617-253-4771, or via email.