Department of Romance Languages at UNCG
Undergraduate Programs
In the Department of Romance Languages students may begin the study of French, Italian and Spanish at the elementary level or continue it at the intermediate level. Students with one or more years of high school French or Spanish who wish to continue the study of that same language must take the Language Placement Test. Incoming transfer students returning to the study of French or Spanish begun in high school but not previously pursued at the college level must also take the test. Intermediate proficiency is expected for further work in French or Spanish; according to the student's interests, he or she may then begin the study of literature or develop language skills in composition and conversation. Native or near-native speakers must consult with Department Head before signing up for courses in the Department.


French or Spanish Major (BA)

Required: 122 semester hours

The French and Spanish Majors are designed to ensure a well-rounded preparation in language and literature. The programs are balanced and comprehensive, yet they allow students the latitude to explore subjects of special interest to them. Specific course and area requirements and electives in language, literature, and culture characterize both programs. The majors in Romance Languages begin above the 204 level. The maximum number of hours in the major that will count toward graduation is 60.

All students must meet the All-University Liberal Education Requirements (AULER). The College of Arts and Sciences, however, has established liberal education requirements for its programs which, while including those of AULER, contain additional requirements in several categories. Therefore, students following this program should adhere to the College requirements. Please note that students who satisfy the College Liberal Education Requirements (CLER) will also satisfy the All-University Liberal Education Requirements (AULER).



Accelerated MAsters Program for Undergraduates (BA French/Spanish; MBA in Business Administration)

The accelerated program in French or Spanish/Business Administration provides the opportunity for a student to complete a BA in French (122 hours) within a four-year period and to shorten the time required to finish the MBA.

Interested students should:

  • have some Advanced Placement credit upon admission to UNCG in order to reduce the number of required undergraduate hours.


  • identify themselves as potential accelerated candidates early in their academic careers in order to receive appropriate advising. Although formal admission to an accelerated program usually occurs in the junior year, careful selection of undergraduate courses beginning in the freshman year is essential.


  • talk with an advisor in the department of Romance Languages as early as possible.


  • In the spring of the junior year, take the GMAT and apply for admission to the Graduate School and the MBA program.
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