World Languages , B.A. (German Concentration)
The Department of Literature and Language offers courses in French, German, Japanese, and Spanish designed to give the student a working knowledge of a language in the areas of reading, writing, listening and speaking, and to help create in students an appreciation and understanding of languages and cultures other than their own. In addition to the cultural objective and personal satisfaction, the student will find that world language study is an aid in scientific study, business, foreign trade, travel, and international politics.
Several programs of study leading to the B.A. in world languages are available. The traditional major, with concentrations in German, Japanese or Spanish, emphasizes the liberal arts training needed in a variety of jobs. These include library or museum work, general business, and teaching. These curricula are designed to help prepare students for employment in fields where knowledge of a world language is of particular advantage. In addition to the General Education Core Requirements, there are degree requirements in the College of Arts and Sciences outlined in the earlier pages of this section.
Placement: Placement in the appropriate level of world language, for those students with prior language experience entering ETSU, will be determined pursuant to the published policy statement of the Department of Literature and Language at ETSU. The statement is available on the departmental web site as well as from university offices such as the Advisement Resources Career Center.
Intakes
- Jan
- Aug
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
East Tennessee State University (ETSU) has numerous job opportunities, with faculty and administrative positions open for a minimum of 14 days and support staff positions for at least 5 days. The university actively seeks to increase educational attainment and emphasizes a commitment to its employees. ETSU is also recognized as a good workplace for women, according to Forbes.
Job Search and Application:
- The ETSU Employment website lists available positions.
- Faculty and administrative positions remain open for a minimum of 14 days, while support staff positions are open for at least 5 days.
- Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM on the stated deadline date, or until the position is filled.
- Specific inquiries about advertised positions should be directed to the relevant department.
ETSU's Commitment to Employees:
- ETSU prioritizes education and aims to enhance educational attainment in the region.
- The university fosters a culture where people are treated with dignity and respect and encouraged to reach their full potential.
- Forbes recognized ETSU as one of America's Best Employers for Women, based on a survey of working women.
- The university offers various benefits to its employees, which can be found on the ETSU Human Resources Benefits page.
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
If you are under age 21 and applying as a freshman, you must meet one of the following standards:
Minimum grade point average of 2.3 on a 4.0 scale or Minimum ACT composite score of 17 or 920 SAT score.
- TOEFL = 61
- IELTS = 5.5
- Duolingo = 95
- Oxford ELLT = 6
- ACT = 19 Reading and English
- SAT = 500 Evidence-Based Reading
- GTEC = 1051 (CBT), 1074 (GTEC)
- ESOL = B2
- OHLA = Advanced Level II
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
118616 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 25 USD