Comparative Literature: Languages, Literatures and Cultures, B.A.
College of Arts and Sciences
Study language, literature, art and culture in a way that speaks to your own passions and interests. Gain proficiency in two foreign languages as well as knowledge and experience for international career opportunities.
The skills obtained in this interdisciplinary, customizable major are highly desired by employers and include multilingualism, critical thinking, research, writing and global cultural awareness. Comparative literature majors go on to careers in scholarship, law, teaching, publishing, international relations and social advocacy.
Program Highlights
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Global Focus
Pursue the study of literatures in French, Italian, German, Spanish, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Arabic or Russian.
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Research Skills
Graduate with research distinction by writing an optional thesis in consultation with a faculty advisor.
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Strong Foundation
Gain broad exposure to ancient and modern world literary traditions plus key theoretical approaches to the discipline.
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Supportive Program
Form close mentoring relationships with faculty members, and choose courses that are tailored to your individual interests.
Building Skills
Gain the professional and personal intelligence it takes to have a successful career.
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Communication
Exchanging information and ideas through speaking, writing or other means of expression
Critical Thinking
Analyzing and evaluating information to make informed decisions or judgments
Foreign Language Skills
Communicating effectively to understand different cultures and foster global connections
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Intercultural Competence
Developing the skills to communicate effectively and work collaboratively across cultures
Research
Gathering and analyzing information to increase knowledge or solve problems
Writing
Creating professional written content for inclusion in scholarly journal articles, books and reports
Using your degree
Make your college experience the foundation for a successful future.
Potential Careers
- Educator
- Lawyer
- Publisher
- Social Advocate
- Researcher
Workplace Settings
- International Relations
- Education
- Business
- Nonprofits
- Law
Comparative literature aligns a lot with what I'm personally interested in and also provides practical skills. It’s about drawing inferences, making connections and thinking critically. Those are things that you can use in any career.
