LANGUAGE. LINGUISTICS. CULTURE. LITERATURE.
Studying languages is about far more than just learning how to communicate in another language. It’s about exploring other identities and values through language, literature, history and culture in a global community.
Modern Languages will help you go places… literally! Studying languages opens up a world of possibilities in today's globalized context. The Department of Modern Languages & Linguistics offers instruction in: French, Japanese, Spanish and Linguistics. Graduates from the Department of Modern Languages & Linguistics are working in areas such as: education, speech pathology, travel, government, technology, translation/interpretation, industry and business. Small class sizes and a collegial atmosphere ensure close interaction with peers and professors in courses on language, linguistics, literature, cinema, culture and civilization. Opportunities abound for study and travel in such places as Quebec, France, Spain, Ecuador, Argentina, Chile, Mexico and Japan.
Department Highlights
Winter 2026 Course Offering
If you are looking for a 3rd-year level French course in Winter 2026, FREN 3200 is open for registration now!
FREN 3200 A : Francophone Visual Cultures
W2025 • Tues/Thurs 12:00 – 13:15 • LINC L1050 • Dr. Beth Gerwin
Þ FREN 3200 is a series course; it can be taken again as a new course any semester.
Þ Le cours et les devoirs seront entièrement en français.
Þ Pre-requisite: The pre-requisite course FREN 2200 is no longer required. Students who have completed FREN 2020 (Intermediate Language II, or equivalent) and FREN 2300 or FREN 2700 or FREN 2200 will be admitted once they submit a pre-requisite waiver (those with only FREN 2020 may complete the waiver and then speak with the professor).
Description du cours:
Venez explorer le monde francophone, par la voie visuelle! Ce monde, produit surtout de la colonisation traumatisante, a eu pour résultat une richesse immense qui s’exprime à travers la brillance d’une langue vivante et la beauté des images qui racontent l’histoire de chaque peuple et de chaque région. Nous découvrirons l’Europe, l’Afrique, l’Asie et l’Amérique du nord francophones à l’aide de textes, de films, de bandes dessinées (BDs), de peinture et de médias.
French Conversation Workshops
The French Conversation Workshops are now running! These workshops are a great opportunity for students to practice speaking French in an informal setting and improve their oral skills. Each week, there will be a different theme, and students are welcome to sign up, within their level, for the workshops that interest them the most.
Please use the following link to register: https://docs.google.com/document/d/15IrfclnlgQ9V8yr3OMa9bIz9hVg2jsqYreXKtubU9EM/edit?tab=t.0
New Modern Languages & Linguistics Instagram Account
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Shining Student Justin Patrick
At ULethbridge, Justin Patrick found a way to bring together his love for computer science and French, diving into every opportunity to grow in both fields. Whether it was working with the telecom team, having meaningful conversations with professors, or leading as a student club treasurer, Justin made the most of every experience. His time here shaped him into a dynamic thinker ready to make waves in technology, languages, and public service.
Celebrating 15 years of the Spanish Summer Immersion Program: A journey of language, culture, and transformation
Shining Student Justin Patrick
Diana Letts-Piedrahita (BHSc '12), Teaching Development Facilitator, Teaching Centre and Sessional Instructor II, Department of Modern Languages
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