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Modern Languages and Linguistics

We live in a world where the knowledge of more than one language can make a difference in the job market, communication can make or break a business deal, and where international travel is on most people's lists of things to do.


Languages and Linguistics Courses

All Modern Languages and Linguistics Classes

Take courses that satisfy UC and Cal State transfer requirements or learn a Modern Languages and Linguistics for fun. Please note that Mission College does not offer an AS/AA degree or Certificate of Achievement in Modern Languages and Linguistics but does offer a Spanish AA-T degree.

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Spanish Degree & Program Map

Learning Spanish at Mission College.

 


Apply Your Language Skills

Taking a Modern Languages and Linguistics class can also open the doors to other areas on campus, including our HSI-STEM, Puente and Nursing programs.

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Arabic

Learning Arabic can open up your world to the Middle East.
Arabic courses

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Chinese

Chinese is the most widely spoken language in the world.
Chinese courses

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French

Did you know that over 220 million people on five continents speak French?
French courses

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Japanese

Learning Japanese will set you a part and give you a multicultural perspective.
Japanese courses

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ESL Courses

Looking to improve your English language skills? See our ESL Department.
ESL Courses


Multilingual Jobs Near Me
Career Paths
If you don't know what to major in, or you already have a major but don't know how it translates into a career, start here. At Mission we can help you research your major and career options so you can make informed decisions. Read more about Career paths.
Foreign Language Careers
  • Airlines/Travel
  • Banking
  • Bilingual Education
  • Consular/Junior Foreign Service
  • Modern Languages and Linguistics Teacher
  • Import & Export
  • Intelligence/Military Service
  • International Business
  • Police Work
  • Social Service
  • Social Security Officer
  • Teacher's Aide
  • Tourism
  • Translator/Interpreter
  • Real Estate
  • RS/State Franchise Tax Board

Some career options require more than two years of college study. Find out more where your career could lead with our Transfer Center.