With global economic integration and the proliferation of communication technologies, the ability to speak, read and write at least one language other than English or French has become one of the most sought-after abilities in the eyes of employers the world over. Here in Canada, closer ties between North America, Europe, South America, Asia and the Middle East are making it essential to learn foreign languages and cultures. More information »
Information for students
- Experiential Learning Service
Apply your studies to real world situations, in ways that benefit the community. - Discover our new programs - Asian studies, Celtic studies, Latin-American studies
- Graduate studies
- E-Learn program - Learn Chinese/Japanese characters, their meaning and pronunciation
News
- German writer Herta Müller wins the 2009 Nobel Prize for literature.
- Ryan O’Connor, a student in the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures wins dream trip to China.
- CONGRATULATIONS! We are pleased to announce that Professor J. Douglas Clayton has been awarded the 2009 Faculty of Arts’ Professor of the Year Award. This award recognizes a professor who excels in the three areas of teaching, research and service to the university community.
- The Department of Modern Languages and Literatures recognizes the outstanding achievement of its students!
- uOttawa to receive $250,000 from Kuwait for Arabic studies scholarship fund
