Welcome to UAH’s Department of World Languages and Cultures Language skills and cultural competency provide significant advantages for students preparing for today’s global and competitive professional marketplace. That’s why we offer degree programs in some of the world’s most recognized languages – French, German, Russian, and Spanish – as well as courses in Arabic and Japanese. Graduates of our programs leave UAH not only with strong language skills, but with a deeper understanding of cultures beyond their own, enabling them to contribute more fully as global citizens. Whether you are interested in a major, minor, certificate, or just a few courses, we have options to fit your academic and career goals. Watch the video below to hear from some of our students about where their language studies are taking them, and explore the links to find out more about how you can combine world languages with your interests, whether through our Foreign Language and International Trade degree, teacher certification, or a combination of language study with other fields. Business, health, science, engineering . . . the possibilities are endless. Video Spotlight Watch Video World Languages Outreach An Inside Look Interested in World Languages and Cultures? Hear from our students and about where their language studies are taking them. Majors and Minors French German Russian Spanish Foreign Language & International Trade Certificates and Other Courses Certificate in Foreign Language and Global EngagementGlobal Professional Pathways CertificateArabic JapaneseInternational CinemaMedical Spanish Complementary Areas of Study Double Majors and Dual Degrees Foreign Language Teacher Certification Global Studies Minor Latin American Studies Minor Alumni Spotlight Salome Saliashvili '13 BA Spanish Financial Analyst - Social Tables "...The internship opportunities I had were crucial... Every semester I did something, so I think I learned a lot. I had a great experience." Recent News BLOG: Finding your Study System Aug 31 Hey guys! Fall is almost here! (I would say fall’s in the air, but I’d be lying.) Going into the semester, we here at the UAH … NEW Global+ Business Program May 03 The UAH Global+ Business Program, a collaboration of the UAH College of Business, the Department of World Languages and Cultures, and … STUDENT BLOG: Finishing the Semester Strong Apr 19 Photo Credit Jennifer CliftonAs the end of the semester approaches, take a look back at all the progress you have made as an individual … Program Spotlight Foreign Language and International Trade This interdisciplinary major combines one or more foreign languages with coursework in business and international politics. Contact Us Department of World Languages and Cultures Morton Hall 342 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.824.6426 leslie.kaiura@uah.edu
BLOG: Finding your Study System Aug 31 Hey guys! Fall is almost here! (I would say fall’s in the air, but I’d be lying.) Going into the semester, we here at the UAH …
NEW Global+ Business Program May 03 The UAH Global+ Business Program, a collaboration of the UAH College of Business, the Department of World Languages and Cultures, and …
STUDENT BLOG: Finishing the Semester Strong Apr 19 Photo Credit Jennifer CliftonAs the end of the semester approaches, take a look back at all the progress you have made as an individual …