Understanding world cultures and being conversant in another language are fundamental skills for engaged citizenship and leadership in a global society. A Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in World Languages and Cultures empowers you to communicate across borders, immerse yourself in diverse traditions and prepare for an exciting career of real impact.

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Language and Culture Skills Open a World of Opportunities

In an increasingly interconnected world, workers who can navigate different cultures, speak multiple languages and appreciate diverse perspectives are more valuable to employers. Whether your career goals include diplomatic service, international business, education, health and social services, translation services or environmental advocacy, a humanities degree in world languages and cultures opens doors to a range of dynamic and rewarding professions.

The BGSU Department of World Languages and Cultures offers six specialized world language degree tracks:
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World Languages and Cultures: Classics
Minor Available Bachelor's Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Master's Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
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World Languages and Cultures: French
Minor Available Bachelor's Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Master's Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
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World Languages and Cultures: German
Minor Available Bachelor's Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Master's Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
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World Languages and Cultures: Latin American Culture Studies
Minor Available Bachelor's Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Master's Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
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World Languages and Cultures: Russian
Minor Available Bachelor's Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Master's Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
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World Languages and Cultures: Spanish
Minor Available Bachelor's Available Certificate/Endorsement Available Master's Available Doctorate Available Offered Online Available at Firelands Campus
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The department also offers minors in Chinese, Classics, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Russian or Spanish, as well as undergraduate world language certificates for working professionals.
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I attribute all of my successes and all of my path after college to my time I spent abroad in Alcalá... I think I am where I am today because of it. It all goes back to my time at BG and how fantastic of an institution it is.

- Kody Korbas '18, Spanish

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People are more willing to engage in conversation with me since I speak their language, and I don’t expect them to speak mine.

– Alyssa Bonilla '18, Spanish and International Studies

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If you are thinking of studying a language at BGSU, pour your heart and soul into it, and it will take you to wonderful and unexpected places.

– Derek Reiman ’12, Russian and Japanese

Placement Exam

Having a language placement score on record will guide you as you design your BGSU academic journey, regardless of your current major. The results will place you in the appropriate level for the best chance of success.

View our placement exam page for more information

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Department of World Languages and Cultures

419-372-7693
203 Shatzel Hall

Dr. Amy Robinson, Department Chair

419-372-2168
205 Shatzel Hall

Updated: 10/30/2025 11:55AM