Foreign Language
Foreign Language
Unlock Global Career Opportunities
Expand your horizons with a a degree in foreign language. Get to know other cultures through art, music, dance, fashion, cuisine, film, philosophy, and more.
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The Associate of Arts in Foreign Language is designed for students who want to study a language other than English and provides a superb background for those pursuing a liberal arts degree at a four-year institution. Studying a foreign language prepares students for occupations requiring intercultural solid communication and translation skills. Completing a bachelor's in a foreign language prepares students for various graduate programs and careers in business, public service, behavioral health, healthcare, human resources, the federal government, and teaching in the US and abroad.
Explore a Sample Course Schedule
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| COL 1030 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Social/Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| MATH XXXX | Mathematics Course | 3 |
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I | 3 |
| SPAN 1010 | Spanish I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1020 | College to Career Navigation | 3 |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Humanities Course | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science Course | 3 | |
| SPAN 1010 | Spanish II | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |
Fall Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| COMM 2025 | Fundamentals of Communication | 3 |
| General Elective | 3 | |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| SPAN 2010 | Intermediate Spanish I | 3 |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
Spring Semester
| Rubric | Course | Hrs |
|---|---|---|
| HIST XXXX | History Course | 3 |
| ENGL XXXX | Literature Course | 3 |
| General Elective | 1 | |
| SPAN 2020 | Intermediate Spanish II | 3 |
| Natural Science Course | 4 | |
| Total Credits | 16 | |
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Tennessee Transfer Pathway
Course credits at Jackson State transfer to any Tennessee Public institution (and some private institutions), allowing you to transfer to your chosen Bachelor's degree program.
Green Light Your Career!
An associate degree in a foreign language opens the doors to many entry-level positions ranging from international correspondence to academic research.
33
Four-Year Institutions
Our Credits Transfer to in Tennessee
7,800+
Number of Transfer Students
Over a 5-year period
31
Individual Pathways
Seven Academic Focus Areas
Career Outlook
Career and Salary Information
The following is a list of career choices that may be obtained upon completing a bachelor's degree or higher in this discipline. Please visit the following website: http://www.onetonline.org or speak to an advisor for additional career opportunities, salary information, and education requirements. Salaries are not guaranteed.
|
Career |
Beginning Salary with Bachelor's Degree in TN |
Experienced Salary Median |
|
Secondary School Teacher |
$39,990 |
$52,770 |
|
Interpreter and Translator |
$28,190 |
$40,940 |
Further education, such as a bachelor's or master's degree in a foreign language, can unlock specialized career opportunities and advancement. Transfer opportunities to four-year colleges or universities provide a pathway for continued education and expanded career prospects in the dynamic field of foreign language.
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