Language + Academics

This program of language and academic study is designed as a study-abroad option for international students enrolled at foreign institutions of higher learning. It offers such students a unique opportunity to develop English language skills that allow them to do coursework in the College of Arts and Science in various thematic concentrations capable of enhancing a wide range of degrees.

10 - 15 month program of study, depending on proficiency.
15-16 credit hours of coursework in a thematic concentration in the College of Arts and Sciences.
Letter of Completion, recognizing a thematic concentration with credit hours and passing grades.

Program details

Spring and Summer

Intensive English Program (IEP): Academic preparation
TOEFL iBT of 79 or equivalent to joing the College of Arts and Sciences full time.

Fall

Depending on Proficiency:

Choice of SLST-T135 American Experience or SLST-T125 U.S. Academic Culture and one course in Thematic Concentration (selected with permission of instructor.)
iBT of 79 : 4 - 5 classes in your chosen Thematic Concentration.

Spring

Academics with iBT of 79 or equivalent: 4-5 classes in your chosen Thematic Concentration.

Thematic concentrations

There are four thematic concentrations within the IEP.

American Studies pursues the study of American cultures from an interdisciplinary perspective, drawing on a wide range of resources from the social sciences and humanities.

Gender Studies offers interdisciplinary courses that explore the making and meaning of gender across cultures and social formations. Courses may examine the intersections between gender and systemic forms of oppression and/or difference, including those based on race, ethnicity, class, and sexual identity.

Communication and Public Advocacy is designed to provide students with the opportunity to develop the skills required to express and argue for their ideas in various public settings. Students will improve their ability to respond persuasively, and gain practice analyzing the ideas and arguments of others.

Leaders and Leadership prepares students for leadership roles, exposing them to theories of leadership and the traits and practices of leaders. Students develop an understanding of the dynamics of effective leadership and the diversity of leadership roles.

Department of Second Language Studies

Language + Academics