Auburn University at Montgomery

What you'll study

This programme blends language instruction, literary and cultural studies, and foundational linguistics. Students typically progress from beginner to advanced language courses in one or more Romance languages (most commonly Spanish and French), while also taking survey and specialised literature modules, cultural studies, and applied language practice.

• Core linguistics: introduction to linguistics, phonetics and phonology, morphology and syntax, semantics, and sociolinguistics.
• Language proficiency: progressive coursework in spoken and written language, conversation labs, composition and advanced stylistics.
• Literature and culture: surveys of Romance literatures, literary analysis, film and media in target languages, and regionally focused culture modules.
• Applied areas: translation and interpreting fundamentals, language pedagogy, assessment and testing, and applied linguistics electives.
• Capstone and experiential learning: senior seminar or capstone project; opportunities for internships, community-based language teaching, and practicum placements; optional study-abroad or exchange experiences to consolidate language skills.
• University requirements: general education courses in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and electives to complete the bachelor's degree credit requirements.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a recognised secondary school qualification or equivalent and present academic transcripts demonstrating readiness for undergraduate study. Typical admissions considerations include overall academic preparation, performance in language or humanities courses where applicable, and any standardised test results required by the university for incoming students.

• International applicants whose first language is not English will need to meet the university's English language proficiency requirements through recognised tests or approved alternatives.
• Transfer applicants are evaluated on college-level coursework and may receive credit for previous language and general education courses; placement testing may be used to determine appropriate course level in the language sequence.
• Prospective students are advised to contact the department for guidance on placement and course planning, especially if they have prior language study or seek to pursue a dual major/minor arrangement.

Career prospects

Graduates with a degree in Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics move into a wide range of fields that value language proficiency, analytical skills and cross-cultural understanding.

• Education: K–12 or adult language teaching (often combined with teacher certification or postgraduate study), curriculum development and language tutoring.
• Translation and interpretation: public sector, healthcare, legal services, NGOs and private industry roles involving written and oral language mediation.
• International business and government: roles in diplomacy, international relations, trade, customer relations and programme coordination where language and cultural skills are required.
• Media, publishing and communications: editing, localisation, content creation and research roles that benefit from strong writing and analytical abilities.
• Further study: graduate programmes in linguistics, applied linguistics, literary studies, TESOL/TEFL, translation studies, law or international affairs.

Why study at Auburn University at Montgomery

Auburn University at Montgomery offers a focused, student-centred environment with relatively small class sizes that encourage interaction with faculty. The programme emphasises practical language use alongside theoretical foundations, supported by opportunities for internships, community engagement and study abroad to build real-world experience.

• Personalised advising: faculty advisers assist with course planning, placement and preparation for careers or graduate study.
• Local and regional opportunities: the Montgomery area provides placements with government agencies, schools, non-profits and businesses where students can apply language skills in professional contexts.
• Facilities and resources: access to language labs, library collections and departmental events that promote language practice and cultural exchange.
• Flexible pathways: options to combine the major with minors, teacher certification tracks, or further study that align with diverse career goals.