Modern Languages & Cultures Department

Modern Language Programs

 

About the Modern Language Programs

SMC's Modern Languages and Cultures Department offers programs leading to an Associate Degree for Transfer in Spanish, as well as Certificates of Achievement that introduce SMC students to area studies. These programs are designed to help students begin to develop expertise in preparation for transfer or the workplace.

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Program Paths

Spanish

Associate in Arts for Transfer

The Associate in Arts in Spanish for Transfer (AA-T) prepares students to interact with the Spanish-speaking world by providing them with a foundation in the language, history, arts, culture, and literatures of the different countries that comprise it. As students complete this program, they acquire knowledge and skills that are applicable to diverse areas of study in the liberal arts, as well as preparation for various professions that provide services or products for Spanish-speakers.

African and Middle Eastern Studies

Certificate of Achievement

The African and Middle Eastern Studies Certificate of Achievement prepares students for work with Arabic, Hebrew, Persian, Turkish, French, Spanish, and/or Portuguese-speaking populations from Africa and the Middle East in the US and abroad. This certificate is designed to complement an Associate degree. Students will analyze and examine the countries and cultures of Africa and the Middle East.

Asian Studies

Certificate of Achievement

The Asian Studies Certificate of Achievement prepares students for work with speakers of Chinese, Japanese, or Korean in the US and abroad. This certificate provides broad preparation for liberal arts students who seek to develop expertise in China, Japan, or Korea. This certificate is designed to complement an Associate degree. Students will analyze and examine the countries and cultures of Asia.

European Studies

Certificate of Achievement

The European Studies Certificate of Achievement provides students with an opportunity to study European languages and cultures from the vantage points of several disciplines in arts and humanities. It prepares students to work with French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish, and/or Portuguese-speaking populations from Europe, in the United States, and abroad.

Latin American Studies

Certificate of Achievement

The Latin American Studies Certificate of Achievement prepares students for work with Spanish- and/or Portuguese-speaking populations in the US and abroad. This certificate is designed to complement an Associate degree. Students will analyze and examine the countries and cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean.

Linguistics

Transfer Preparation

A grounding in linguistics as a field of study, basic analytic skills for viewing and discussing language from a variety of perspectives, and greater awareness of the relevance of language across and within cultures.


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Resources and Transfer

Transferring students who wish to qualify for an Associate degree before leaving Santa Monica College should discuss their plans with a Counselor before selecting classes.

Student Resources

We know college isn't always easy. We are here to help as you navigate through your SMC journey. This resource connects to information about Financial Aid, Tutoring Services, the Center for Wellness and Wellbeing and much more!

Transfer Preparation

Many colleges and universities offer baccalaureate degrees in this field. Students planning to transfer to a four-year college or university need to know which courses completed at Santa Monica College will be accepted at the specific college/university. Please consult a Counselor.

Career Opportunities

Consider scheduling an appointment with a career advisor with knowledge of the philosophy profession to discuss internship and jobs as well as steps you can take to become job ready.


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