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Languages, Linguistics and Cultures

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Immerse yourself in diverse languages, linguistics and cultures.

School of Languages, Linguistics & Cultures

The School of Languages, Linguistics and Cultures (SLLC) is home to diverse undergraduate and graduate programs and courses in languages, literatures, media, cultures, and linguistics. We cultivate interdisciplinary research, community connection, and teaching excellence.

We're home to a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with courses in languages, literature, media, cultures, and linguistics that offer enriching learning opportunities both within and beyond the classroom.

Our small classes and hands-on research opportunities support a learning environment that values the unique perspectives, experiences, and approaches each student brings to their studies. Through international field schools, study abroad programs, and exchange opportunities, students can apply their knowledge in real-world settings and immerse themselves in new languages and cultures.

Explore our programs and dive into the study of language, its real-world applications and developments, and the ever-evolving world of literature, media, and cultural studies.

Featured Courses - Spring 2027

Course poster for SPAN201: Media in Latin America. Features the the continent of Central and South America with iconographic images of Latin American culture superimposed.

SPAN201: Media in Latin America

SPAN201 introduces Latin American Studies through the lens of media studies. This course critically examines selected religious, political and artistic icons that have become emblematic, such as the skull, the Virgin Mary, Frida Kahlo and Che Guevara, as well as the literary genre of Magical Realism. Uses of image are understood as a medium of communication, persuasion and enchantment, and as the guiding concept through which the history, politics and cultures of this region of the Americas are explored.

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LING174: Understanding Applied Linguistics

LING174 introduces language-related issues in real-world contexts. This course explores how languages are learned, used and taught, with attention to issues such as language skills, assessment, learner characteristics, learning environments, culture and the role of technology.

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