The minimum foreign language requirement for the B.A. in International and Area Studies is either (a) 6 levels study or equivalent of a modern language relevant to the student's concentration or (b) 4 levels study or equivalent of one modern language and 2 levels study or equivalent of another modern language.  The four-level language must be appropriate to the regional area concentration selected by the student.  The other language should be in the regional area if possible.  Click here for a list of approved languages by region (this list is also available from your academic advisor). Of the six required levels of language, at least three must be satisfied at UNC-Chapel Hill or as part of a UNC-approved study abroad program.

International and Area Studies majors are strongly encouraged to develop proficiency beyond the required minimum by taking additional language, literature or LAC (Languages Across the Curriculum) courses, and are urged to study abroad in a country where their language is spoken.

 

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Curriculum in International and Area Studies
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The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-3263
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