What can you do with a world languages degree?
You can study language on its own or combine it with other areas of study to make yourself more competitive in a global professional marketplace. Our programs connect to a variety of academic and career possibilities.
All of our languages complement studies and career paths in diplomacy, foreign service, education, publishing, media, communications, global studies, and international business. Some of our graduates also go on to pursue graduate studies in language, business, or other fields.
Here are some other great combinations:
- Arabic: political science, intelligence, military careers
- French: history, literature, travel industry
- German: history, literature, engineering, science and technology
- Japanese: science and technology, engineering
- Russian: political science, intelligence, history, literature
- Spanish: nursing and medicine, history, law, criminal justice
Careers
World languages graduates find jobs in a variety of areas with many types of employers.
To see what some of our alumni are doing with their language degrees, visit our alumni page.