Global Languages

Academics

Subjects

To find the latest information on the subjects planned for upcoming terms, please refer to the landing page for your area or language of study.

Chinese Studies
French Studies
German Studies
Japanese Studies
Korean Studies
Portuguese Studies
Russian Studies
Spanish Studies
Studies in International Literatures & Cultures (SILC)

New & Spotlight Subjects

Below, check out new and unique subjects planned for next academic year!

Fall 2025

21G.059 Paradigms of European Thought: Where is Europe?
21G.312 Basic Themes in French Literature and Culture: Science, Mysteries, and the Francophone World
21G.411 Conflict, Contest, Controversy: A Literary Investigation of German Politics
21G.421 <NEW>Franz Kafka: An Author for the 21st Century
21G.710 Advanced Communication in Spanish: Topics in Language and Culture: Social Justice in the Spanish-speaking World
21G.953 Arabic III
21G.121 Chinese for Professional Communication

IAP 2026

21G.951 Arabic I
21G.S02 Introduction to Swahili
21G.201 Introduction to Ukrainian Language and Culture

Spring 2026

21G.045 Global Chinese Food: A Historical Perspective
21G.050 Looking East/Looking West
21G.120 Business Chinese
21G.316 Marseille Unveiled: Digital Stories and Intercultural Encounters
21G.617 Advanced Russian: Exploration of Regional Cultures through Art
21G.714 Spanish for Heritage Learners
21G.952 Arabic II

Subjects & Opportunities Abroad

The non-credit January Scholars in France program will once again take place in IAP 2025. For other experiences abroad, visit MISTI for the latest information on their international programming.

All 21G Subjects

Students may find information on all Global Languages (21G) subjects, confirm HASS and CI designations, and confirm the term usually offered at the Registrar’s subject catalog.