Bachelor's in Languages, Literatures, and Cultures - Global Languages and Communities

Build advanced language skills while exploring how language and culture shape communities around the world. The Global Languages and Communities concentration within the Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, B.A. at UNC Greensboro combines in-depth study of a primary language with proficiency in a second language and hands-on community engagement. Through advanced language coursework, cultural analysis, and service-learning experiences, you’ll develop the communication, intercultural, and critical thinking skills needed to navigate our increasingly interconnected world.

Global Languages and Communities Concentration Highlights

• Study a language at an advanced level while building proficiency in a second language. Develop the communication and intercultural skills needed to engage in multilingual and multicultural environments.
• Learn from award-winning faculty recognized for excellence in teaching and research. Faculty bring expertise in language, culture, literature, linguistics, and global studies into the classroom.
• Apply your language skills through community-based and service-learning experiences. Connect coursework to real-world settings while working with diverse communities.
• Explore global issues through courses that examine language, culture, history, film, and society. Gain a deeper understanding of the cultural forces that shape our interconnected world.
• Expand your language study opportunities through UNC Online and the UNC Language Exchange. These partnerships provide access to additional language courses and learning experiences across the UNC System.

THE Global Languages and Communities STUDENT EXPERIENCE

• Study abroad and immerse yourself in other cultures. Explore language, culture, and daily life through international experiences, including faculty-led programs in destinations such as Costa Rica and Spain.
• Live and learn in a globally focused community. Strengthen your language skills and intercultural understanding through the Global Village living-learning community or serve as a Global Village Language Facilitator.
• Connect with fellow language learners and cultural enthusiasts. Participate in language-focused clubs, conversation groups, and events that encourage language practice and cultural exploration.
• Take advantage of scholarship opportunities. Departmental scholarships may help support language study, international experiences, and other educational opportunities that enhance your undergraduate experience.
• Explore cultures from multiple perspectives. Attend guest lectures, cultural celebrations, film screenings, and other department events that promote global awareness and cross-cultural understanding.

AFTER GRADUATIng with a B.A. In Global Languages and Communities Degree

The Global Languages and Communities concentration prepares you to communicate across languages and cultures while engaging with diverse communities in an increasingly interconnected world. Through advanced language study, multilingual proficiency, service-learning, and intercultural experiences, you’ll develop strong communication, cultural competency, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills that are valued across a wide range of professions.

Graduates pursue careers in education, community outreach, nonprofit organizations, international programs, government, public service, business, and other fields where language skills and cross-cultural communication are essential. The concentration also prepares students for international fellowships, language-based programs, and opportunities to work in multilingual and multicultural environments.The concentration provides a strong foundation for graduate and professional study in areas such as international and global studies, public administration, education, public health, nonprofit management, communication, business, and the social sciences. Students graduate with the adaptability and global perspective needed to thrive in today’s diverse workplaces and communities.

Potential Career Paths

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