North Island College (Comox Valley Campus)

Modern Languages

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Program Information

School:North Island College (Comox Valley Campus)
Faculty:Humanities
Degree:Associate
Field of Study:Chinese Language and Literature
French Language and Literature, General
Spanish Language and Literature
Description:Language is a means to communicate not just words, but values, beliefs and customs. Studying another language opens you to other cultures while allowing you to gain a more profound understanding of your own culture and language.



French

Spoken on five continents, French is the second most-studied language in the world and the language of diplomacy in international organizations such as NATO, the UN, UNESCO, the IOC and the Red Cross. Whether you want to become a teacher, a translator or work for the federal government, French is for you.



Spanish

Spanish is one of the two most spoken languages in the world, with 577 million speakers in 21 countries around the world. Whether you want to use it to travel or just enjoy various aspects of Latin culture, being able to speak Spanish can tremendously enhance your resume. Latin American countries are among our most significant trading partners and being bilingual can give you a definite competitive advantage in the workplace, particularly in the in the world of business.



Chinese

With more than one billion speakers, Chinese is one of the most spoken languages on Earth. Studying Chinese will broaden your international knowledge and cultural perspective and provide you with a competitive edge in your career choice both at home and internationally.


URL:Modern Languages at North Island College (Comox Valley Campus)
Length:2 Year(s)

Admission Requirements

Prerequisites:*These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.
    There are no formal admission requirements for the Associate of Arts degree. However, the following courses are recommended to meet course prerequisites: C in English 12, and a C in Principles of Math 11, Applications of Math 12, Foundations 11, or Pre-Calculus 11).

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on January 09, 2023