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Programs & Courses

Germany


Arts University Transfer,
Associate of Arts Degree,
Diploma in General Studies
Note: This is a link to the official Okanagan College online calendar

French Courses
German Courses
Japanese Courses
Mandarin Courses
Spanish Courses
Note: These are links to the official Okanagan College online calendar. See current course offerings below.

OKANAGAN COLLEGE

Modern Languages 2010/2011

The Importance of 2 nd and 3 rd Languages

The study of language offers a unique blend of personal, professional and academic rewards. It broadens cultural horizons and helps to develop critical thinking and communication skills. Language students may go on to pursue professions in language teaching or translation. They may opt for careers in government, international relations, law, communications, interpretation, translation, tourism or business. Proficiency in at least a second language is encouraged for entry into Education programs and required for admission to many Graduate Degree programs.

Modern Languages at OC

University Transfer courses leading to a Bachelor of ARTs or Education

The Department of Modern Languages currently offers students the opportunity to study French, German and Spanish, Japanese and Mandarin.

In introductory and intermediate level language courses, students acquire skills in speaking, listening, reading and writing. The aim of these courses is both linguistic understanding and communicative competence. Students in language courses are also exposed to the literature, history and cultures of the countries where the languages are spoken.

At all levels of language study at Okanagan College, students participate in small group discussions and other activities designed to facilitate and enhance language learning and cultural awareness. Audio, video and computer materials as well as music, film and other authentic elements are incorporated into classes and learning activities.



OKANAGAN COLLEGE

University Courses offered 2010/2011

French Courses

The Department offers Beginners ’ and Intermediate Beginners ’ courses at all campuses: Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton and Salmon Arm.

First-Year University French is offered at the Kelowna campus.

Second-Year University French is offered at the Kelowna campus.

Spanish Courses

The Department offers Beginners’ and Intermediate Beginners’ university credit courses at all campuses: Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton and Salmon Arm.

Second-Year University Spanish is offered at the Kelowna and Vernon campuses. Spanish 231, Conversation and Reading, is also offered at the Kelowna campus.

German Courses

First and Second-Year University German are offered at the Kelowna campus.

Japanese Courses

Beginners’ university Japanese is offered at the Kelowna campus in the Fall and Winter semesters.