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 2026

21G.059 Paradigms of European Thought: Where is Europe?
21G.313 Francophone Cultures through the Arts (NEW)
21G.719 Society in Context: Social Movements and Cultural Change (NEW)
21G.907 Dynamic Korean: Exploring Korean Society through Language (NEW)
21G.S01 Special Subject: Advanced Japanese: Communication for Professionals

IAP 2027

21G.S02 Introduction to Swahili
21G.201 Introduction to Ukrainian Language and Culture
21G.408 German Conversation Practice: Online Immersion

Spring 2027

21G.355 Francophone Perspectives on the Mediterranean (NEW)
21G.413 Food and Culture in the German-speaking World: Language, Identity, and Belonging (NEW)

Subjects & Opportunities Abroad

The non-credit January Scholars in France program will once again take place in June 2026. 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.