Modern Languages Transfer Major
Program Description: Modern Language Study is the study of another language and the culture of its people. Iowa Central Community College believes that the opportunity to study another language must be offered. Through this study the students will improve their ability to communicate, not only in the newly acquired language, but also in their native language. The college further believes that Modern Language Education develops an understanding of other cultures through its international focus. Modern Language Education provides students with well-rounded, broad-based education allowing them to pursue their life's goals.
Students need to be aware that there are Modern Language requirements at a number of the college and universities The University of Iowa requires four years of high school study of one language or two years of college study for graduation from the College of Liberal Arts. Iowa State University requires three years of high school study of one language or one year of college language study in the College of Liberal Arts. The University of Northern Iowa requires two years of high school language study for entrance. This is only a sample of the modern language requirements. It is important to examine the requirements of individual majors within the institution.
Modern Language study compliments many majors. In today's society the fields of international business and marketing, health sciences, law enforcement, journalism, and mass communications having the knowledge of another language is especially critical. Beginning language early is important.