Experience the rich variety of language, culture and literatures courses offered at the Department of Languages, Literatures and Linguistics. Learn a new language, experience a new culture and enrich your imagination with DLLL's degree-granting programs.
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Degree Programs
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Chinese Studies
Study the language of one of the richest and oldest civilizations in the world.
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English Language Studies
Study one of the most prominent languages of all time and its rich history.
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German Studies
Explore the language, culture and society of the German-speaking world. You will have the opportunity to study abroad with Canada’s best range of exchange programs.
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Italian Studies
Study Italian languages, literature and linguistics and enhance your understanding of Italy’s place in the global context and the multi-faceted and dynamic Italian culture.
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Japanese Studies
Learn the Japanese language and appreciate Japanese culture in our program offering course selection breadth and academic depth.
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Portuguese & Luso Brazilian Studies
Learn the Portuguese language and explore the history, culture, and literature of the Lusophone world with our Portuguese & Luso-Brazilian Studies program.
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Spanish
Develop a strong command of the Spanish language as you explore the language, literature, culture and ethnic diversity of Spain and the Spanish-American world.
Non-degree Language & Literature Course Options
For literature and language lovers to engage and indulge their passion for learning a new language.