Degrees Offered
The Foreign Language and Missions degree speaks to the heart of Harding's goals since it integrates faith and a passion for Christian service with an understanding of the foreign language skills needed to accomplish His mission in the world, as well as produce the advanced foreign language proficiency needed in today's global society. The degree includes cross-disciplinary studies in foreign language and in missions and Bible. An internship is required for this degree.
Students pursuing a B.A. degree in French at Harding will experience a community with diverse career interests but a common heart for interculturality. The program has a proven track record of producing graduates who reach a professional level of proficiency in the language. At 38 hours of required French classes, this degree can stand on its own or be added to another major.
The B.A. degree in Spanish at Harding offers students multiple opportunities for community outreach paired with exceptional classroom learning experiences. The program has a proven track record of producing graduates who reach a professional level of proficiency in the language. At 38 hours of required Spanish classes, this degree can stand on its own or be added to another major.
Students who are planning a double major in French and a field that terminates in a degree other than a B.A. may choose the Applied French major. This "second major" requires 32 hours of French and may attach to any degree plan. This degree emphasizes the language skills needed to function in a competitive job market where bilingual and translation skills are in high demand.
Students who are planning a double major in Spanish and a field that terminates in a degree other than a B.A. may choose the Applied Spanish major. This “second major” requires 32 hours of Spanish and may attach to any degree plan. This degree prepares students to function in a competitive job market where bilingual and translation skills are in high demand.
Students who want to pursue a teaching career in French will prepare for a fulfilling career working with K-12 students while they enjoy opportunities for interaction in French within a variety of cultural settings. Requirements for the French Education degree include 32 hours of French, along with 33 hours of coursework and residency through the College of Education. Ask us about scholarships for aspiring teachers!
Students who want to pursue a teaching career in Spanish will be in high demand and will prepare for a fulfilling career working with K-12 students. Requirements for the Spanish Education degree include 32 hours of Spanish, along with 33 hours of coursework and residency through the College of Education. Ask us about scholarships for aspiring teacher!
The International Studies degree is a flexible and interdisciplinary program that allows students to contribute to the design of their own path toward graduation. This degree consists primarly of three areas of study: foreign language, a core set of classes related to international relations, and a career concentration of the student's own choosing. Students will also engage in an international travel experience and a senior capstone project as a part of their journey of preparation for global impact grounded in Harding's faith-nurturing and deeply-connected community.
Foreign Languages Program Learning Outcomes pdf
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