Modern Languages

The Modern Languages Program at Rose State offers students basic conversation, elementary, and intermediate level instruction in French, German, Russian, and Spanish.

Students who successfully complete the elementary and intermediate levels of instruction should leave Rose State with an Intermediate (Low, Mid, or High) Proficiency based on the ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) Guidelines.

Rose State College offers Associate in Arts degrees in Modern Language in French, German and Spanish.


Why learn a language?

♦ Earn higher standardized test scores.
♦ Increase your reading skills in English.
♦ Improve your ability in your native language.
♦ Develop your ability to hypothesize in the sciences.
♦ Open your mind to other cultures.
♦ Find expanded job opportunities, advancement possibilities, and increased pay.
♦ Complete elementary or intermediate language proficiency requirements for four-year institutions.

Which class should I take?

1003/1013 - Conversational French, Spanish, Russian, or German – These are basic classes that give students an introduction to the language. Emphasis in these classes is on conversation, however that does not mean that there will be no writing involved. Conversational classes may or may not be accepted for transfer by four-year institutions.

o SPAN 1042 - Medical Spanish – This course emphasizes practical conversation relating to medical situations.

o SPAN 1052 - Spanish for Law Enforcement - This course emphasizes practical conversation relating to law enforcement topics. Individuals associate with law enforcement including police, fire, and 911 personnel might be interested in this course.

1115/1225 - Elementary French, Spanish, or German – These are introductory courses in the languages that provide students a well-rounded experience in the language through speaking, listening, reading, writing, and culture.

2113/2223 - Intermediate French, Spanish, or German – At the intermediate level, students synthesize what they have learned at the elementary level while learning higher-level grammar to increase their ability to communicate orally and in writing.

SPAN 1261/2161 – Spanish Immersion I and II – This weekend class offers students the opportunity to use what they have learned in the classroom in an intensive immersion of the language. No English is spoken during the weekend filled with various activities designed to get students using the language.


Careers for language majors

    International Business
    International Journalism
    Interpretation & Translating
    Foreign Service
    Intelligence
    Tourism
    Education

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