The  programme offered by the Duquesne University helps students enhance their listening, reading, speaking and writing skills and augments their appreciation of varied literatures and civilizations.

In accordance with the mission statement of the University, the programs of the Department of Modern Languages and Literatures promote diversity of thought and experience. They assist students in developing multicultural awareness, international perspectives and respect for others, enabling them to enrich their personal lives and to become contributing members of society.

Careers

Competency in a second language often serves as the key to employment opportunities. After you graduate from our program, you will have a world of employment opportunities awaiting you. As firms expand their activities beyond geographical boundaries, government and businesses increasingly need people with competency in foreign languages.