Modern Language Studies (B.A.**, 40 hours)
The Modern Language Studies major is comprised of four elements: Language Concentration, Study Abroad/Modern Language Studies Core Courses, Modern Language Studies Electives, and Capstone Courses
| 1. Language Concentrations - Select One |
24 hours |
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| 24 hours of MFREN at the 3000 and 4000 level.
4 credit hours must be at the 4000 level.
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| German |
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24 hours of MGRMN at the 3000 and 4000 level.
4 credit hours must be at the 4000 level.
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| Spanish |
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24 hours of MSPAN at the 3000 and 4000 level.
4 credit hours must be at the 4000 level.
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| Other Language |
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| Select courses in another language, as approved by the Department Chair. |
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| 2. Modern Language Studies Study Abroad and Core Courses |
2-3 hours
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For all language concentrations, students must complete a study abroad experience (or similar immersive experience approved by the Department of Modern Languages) in the Language of Concentration of an approved host country and program. Students are highly encouraged to complete a semester-long study abroad program.
For information on the many available exchange programs and financial aid and scholarship options, students should talk with the Director of Global Engagement and visit the library of study abroad resources.
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In conjunction with the semester abroad, students must also complete:
MLANG 3010 Preparing for Education Abroad
MLANG 3020 Engaging in Study Abroad (or MLANG 3020N or MLANG 2500)
MLANG 3030 Processing the International Experience
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2-3 hours |
| 3. Modern Language Studies Electives |
10 hours |
- Credits may be earned in any language that is not counted toward the 24 hours of 3000/4000 credit for the Language of Concentration.
- Credit may be earned in courses taught outside the Modern Language Department that support the study of languages and/or cultures - refer to list of approved courses. Other courses must be pre-approved by the Department Chair.
| Additional Considerations |
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- Majors preparing to teach a modern language should consult the Education Department.
**A Modern Language Studies major customarily earns a B.A. degree. However, if a student has a first major that is associated with a different baccalaureate degree, the Modern Language Studies major may serve as a second major for the degree associated with the first major (B.S., B.FA., B.M., B.S.N.).
MLANG 3010 Preparing for Education Abroad (1 hour)
Designed to prepare students who are considering or planning to go abroad for study, work, or volunteer/service learning by investigating the many facets of facing life in another culture. Topics to be covered include intercultural communication, cross-cultural value systems, foreign academic systems, cultural self-awareness, and challenges and opportunities that are unique to language-learning abroad.This course will give students the tools to make their experience more successful and rewarding. The course is designed for both the student who has already applied for a program and for the student just beginning to explore the idea of going abroad.P/F only.
(Offered every semester.)
MLANG 3020 Engaging in Study Abroad (1 hour)
Designed to engage students in meaningful activities while studying abroad, to maintain a connection with students while abroad, and to foster continued development of skills and knowledge during the study abroad period. Students will be introduced to specific strategies in culture and/or language learning in the target culture to help students achieve an experience in the host culture that is meaningful and productive. Students take this course concurrently with their first-semester study-abroad experience.
Corequisite(s): IDS 2700E Study Abroad-Exchange Program, IDS 2700N Study Abroad-Nonexchange, or MLANG 2500 Faculty Led Trip.
(Offered every semester.)
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Experiential Learning: Intensive
Archway Curriculum: Foundational Literacies: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – Global
Archway Curriculum: Integrative Core: Going Global Thread
MLANG 3020N Engaging in Study Abroad Non-exchange (0 hours)
Designed to engage students in meaningful activities while studying abroad, to maintain a connection with students while abroad, and to foster continued development of skills and knowledge during the study abroad period. Students will be introduced to specific strategies in culture and/or language learning in the target culture to help students achieve an experience in the host culture that is meaningful and productive. Students take this course concurrently with their first-semester study-abroad experience. For students participating in non-exchange study abroad programs.
(Offered every semester.)
MLANG 2500 Faculty Led Trip (0 hours)
Our faculty regularly lead short-term study trips abroad during the summer. Locations include Spain, Mexico, Japan, Germany, and Austria. Credits available vary by program and student language level. Detailed information about current trips and credits is available through the Modern Language Department of the Office of Global Engagement.
Prerequisite(s): Instructor permission.
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Experiential Learning: Intensive
MLANG 3030 Processing the International Experience (1 hour)
For students who have successfully completed a semester or year of study abroad or international internship. Students will process that experience further by analyzing specific cultural and educational experiences and interacting with students who have had similar experiences abroad.P/F only.
(Offered every semester.)
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Discourse Instructive
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Experiential Learning: Intensive
MLANG 4990 Senior Project (2 hours)
Senior-level research and writing seminar supports the student's individual work on an approved Senior Project. This course is required of graduating majors and taken prior to or concurrent with MLANG 4980 Senior Capstone.
Prerequisite(s): MFREN 3050 French Language and Writing or MGRMN 3050 German Language and Writing or MSPAN 3100 Spanish Composition and permission of Department Chair.
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Writing Instructive
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Experiential Learning: Intensive
MLANG 4980 Senior Capstone (1 hour)
Culmination course in which students reflect on their academic growth, integrate knowledge, carry out an assessment of their academic career, develop professional materials, and prepare for the transition from their undergraduate education into their future professions. This course is taken during the student's last year in residence at Nebraska Wesleyan University and concurrent with or after completing MLANG 4990 Senior Project.
Pre or Corequisite(s): MLANG 4990 Senior Project.
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Writing Instructive
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Speaking Instructive
Archway Curriculum: Essential Connections: Experiential Learning: Intensive
