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
New program: Master of Arts in World Literatures and Cultures (MA)
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New majors
Arabic Language and Culture
If you dream of discovering the world while learning a foreign language, the new majors are for you.
German Language and Culture
Italian Language and Culture
Russian Language and Culture - Centre for Global and Community Engagement
Apply your studies to real world situations, in ways that benefit the community. - Graduate studies
- E-Learn program - Learn Chinese/Japanese characters, their meaning and pronunciation
- Do you have questions? Do you need help? The Student Mentoring Centre is here to help students in the Faculty of Arts adjust to university life and succeed in their studies.
Events
- The Department of Modern Languages and the Language Acquisition Research Lab at the University of Ottawa, Canada, will be hosting the Hispanic Linguistics Symposium (HLS), October 17-20, 2013.
News
- Professor Juana Muñoz-Liceras awarded one of 10 Most Influential Hispanic Canadians for 2013
This annual award recognizes outstanding Hispanic Canadians that serve as a model for the community in terms of influence in the Canadian mainstream, support of the Hispanic community, volunteerism, education or entrepreneurship. Congratulations! - Discover, react, reflect: new MA in world literatures and cultures
- The Department is happy to announce that the Canadian Association of Slavists has awarded its undergraduate essay prize of the year to Sara Miller for her paper "From the Politics of Amnesia to the Politics of Remembrance: An Analysis of the Katyn Massacre's Historical Narrative." Ms Miller was a student of Professor Douglas Clayton in the course "Russia since Gorbachev."
Congratulations to Matthew Gaudreau, winner (advanced category) of the 2012 Chinese Language Speech Contest for students from Eastern Canada at McGill University; Yuan Zhu, Hiu Tung Ho, winners of the 2012 Japanese Language Speech Contest at the Embassy of Japan.
