Languages, Literatures and Cultures Major Map
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Get the
Courses
You Need
Get
Relevant
Experience
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Start with Beginning Language
courses for: German Studies,
Indigenous Studies, Italian,
Spanish, Spanish and Latin
American Studies, World
Language Studies, and an
introduction course for
Linguistics. Visit the LLCU main
office or the Arts and Science
Office for academic counselling
for help.
Join teams or clubs on campus
such Chinese Cultural Club,
Queen’s Hillel, Japanese
Relations at Queen’s, Queen’s
Native Student Association or
Spanish and Latin American
Students Association. Look in the
Co-Curricular Opportunities
Directory or AMS Clubs
Directory for more ideas.
Choose LLCU Plans in: German
Studies, Indigenous Studies,
Italian, Spanish, Spanish and
Latin American Studies, World
Language Studies, and
Linguistics. Take your core
courses.
Try and complete as many core
courses: German Studies,
Indigenous Studies, Italian,
Spanish, Spanish and Latin
American Studies, World
Language Studies, and
Linguistics.
Complete core and option
courses German Studies,
Indigenous Studies, Italian,
Spanish, Spanish and Latin
American Studies, World
Language Studies, and
Linguistics. Apply to graduate on
SOLUS.
Take more responsibility within
different clubs. Think about
applying to positions in student
services or the AMS.
Apply for summer research
opportunities (SWEP) or WorkStudy positions. Consider
applying for Undergraduate
Student Summer Research
Fellowships or other summer
research opportunities.
Investigate full-time jobs or other
opportunities related to careers of
interest.
Join English Language Support
Volunteer Program (QUIC).
Look into summer jobs through
Career Services about work
through SWEP or Work Study.
Consider entrepreneurial
opportunities at programs like the
Queen’s Summer Innovation
Initiative (QSII).
If interested, apply for a
Teaching Assistantship in
Linguistics.
Assess what experience you’re
lacking and fill in gaps with
volunteering, clubs, or
internships.
Get
Connected
with Your
Community
Get
Thinking
Globally
Get Ready
for Life
After
Graduation
1st Year
2nd Year
3rd Year
Final Year
Volunteer on or off-campus with
different community
organizations like the Queen’s
International Affairs Association,
QUIC, Providence Care
Volunteer Club, Italo-Canadian
Club of Kingston, Portuguese
Cultural Centre or United Way.
Get involved with the
Departmental Student Council
(DSC). Go to cultural events such
as LLCU Film Nights, Language
Clubs, guest lectures and Four
Directions programming.
Do targeted networking with
people working in careers of
interest (with alumni, using
LinkedIn, etc.)
Connect with professors at DSC
events or workshops.
Think about how an exchange or
study abroad opportunity would
enhance your Plan and your
future. Visit the International
Programs Office or Queen’s
University International Centre.
Check out the departmental
website for opportunities like a
Semester in Shanghai.
Want to immerse yourself in your
language of study? Think about
where you would like to study
abroad. Apply before the first
week of January for a 3rd year
exchange.
Grappling with program
decisions? – go to different Major
Nights by the departments or
various Career Fairs in the year.
Get some help deciding by
visiting Career Services.
Volunteering with organizations
such as Teachers of English as a
Second Language, Kingston and
District.
Talk to the Assistant to the
Undergraduate Chair about
summer exchange and workstudy options abroad.
Explore different careers of
interest by reading books in the
Career Services Information
Area, such as Careers for Culture
Lovers, or finding and connecting
with alumni on LinkedIn.
Consider participating in a
research conference such as
Change and Variation in Canada
or the Annual Western
Interdisciplinary Student
Symposium on Language
Research.
Build your intercultural
competence by getting involved
with other cultures or practicing
your language skills. Volunteer at
QUIC, take QUIC’s Intercultural
Competency Certificate or attend
one of their events such as
Queen’s Go Abroad Fair.
Consider joining professional
associations like The Association
of Translators and Interpreters of
Ontario, The Canadian
Association of Second Language
Teachers, the Canadian
Association of Speech-Language
Pathologists and the Audiologists
Canadian Linguistic Association.
Complete the International
Studies Certificate offered by
IPO or if eligible, apply for a
Certificate of Competency in a
Language. Start thinking about
work or further studies abroad,
such as North American
Language and Culture Assistants
in Spain or Foreign Language
Assistant in Germany.
Learn about the requirements for
careers of interest– do they need
additional schooling? If so,
prepare to take the required tests
(like GMAT, MCAT). Attend
Grad School workshops at Career
Services if interested.
Apply to jobs or future education,
or make plans for other
adventures. Prepare reference
letters if you’re applying to
graduate school. Make an
appointment with Career Services
for help with future plans.
Caution: *This map is meant as a guide to provide suggestions throughout your university career. The activities, resources, and careers mentioned are possibilities – you are not
restricted to them and you don’t have to follow this exact timeline. Every person (including you!) will find their own unique path through their degree at Queen’s and beyond.
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Where could I go after graduation?
Art interpretation
Auctioneering
Banking
Civil service
Communications
Curriculum development
Customs and excise
Diplomatic service
Editing
Foreign Service
Fundraising and event management
Gallery management
Hospitality and tourism
Hotel manager
Immigration
Immigration services
Insurance
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Interpretation
Journalism
Law
Linguistics
Marketing
Mediation
Museum management
Public relations
Publishing
Re-settlement programs and services
Speech and language therapy
Teaching
Translation
*some careers may require additional training
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Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Queen’s
Why study Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Queen’s?
Students at LLCU are provided with the transferable academic skills that are fundamental to the inquiry-based learning process necessary for
further study, employment, and community involvement. Students will acquire basic to advanced language skills that will enable them to function
successfully within a cultural community (e.g., beliefs and values, traditions, ethnicity, art, film, music, literature, and way of life) as well as learn
the principles of generative linguistics and acquire an understanding of the fundamental concepts and tools of analysis in the study of phonetics,
phonology, morphology, and syntax. By learning to communicate in a language other than English, students will be able to develop sensitivity to
events and perceive elements (especially through comparison to their own) that can have an effect on domestic inter-cultural and international
relations. Students in LLCU also learn how to investigate, analyze, critically question and discover testability, falsifiability and predictability of
data. These are first steps to becoming respectful and engaged world citizens.
What program options are there?
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Major (Arts) – Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Spanish
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Major (Arts) – Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Linguistics
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Medial in Spanish (Arts) – Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
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Medial in German Studies (Arts) – Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
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Minor in German Studies, Indigenous Studies, Italian, Linguistics, Spanish, Spanish and Latin American Studies or World Language Studies with
Bachelor of Arts or Science
See the department website for course requirements: queensu.ca/llcu.
Getting what you need to succeed in the workplace
What do employers want?
In a recent survey from the Canadian Council of Chief Executives the top 6 skills sought by employers were:
1 People skills
2 Communication skills
3 Problem-solving skills
4 Analytical abilities
5 Leadership skills
6 Industry-specific Knowledge
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How do I get the skills I need?
It is important to develop a balanced skill set – many of which you will develop during your studies. To stand out from the crowd, gain experience
outside the classroom through the multitude of clubs and activities in and around Queen’s. Check out ideas in the Get Relevant Experience section
of this map.
What can I learn studying Languages, Literatures, and Cultures at Queen’s?
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Fluency or near-fluency in a second language
Translation skills – interpret and translate documents in a foreign language
Knowledge of the nuances of syntax, grammar and vocabulary of a second language
Attention to detail – write in a foreign language and translate between languages without errors
Oral and written communication - write essays and present information to a group
Ability to work in groups using another language
Research – analyze information to draw out relevant facts and ideas
Knowledge of a different culture and an understanding of the importance of perspective
Resource and time management
What makes ME special?
You have a unique set of skills and experiences. Take the time to think about the skills you have personally developed at Queen’s.
Explaining your strengths with compelling examples will be important for applications to employers and further education. For
help, check out the Career Services skills workshop.
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Language, Literatures and Cultures Major Map
How to use this map
• Got questions about careers and classes?
• Feeling a little lost or overwhelmed by choices?
• Wondering what you are “supposed” to be doing?
Use this map to plan for success in five overlapping areas of career and academic life. Each map helps you explore possibilities, set
goals and track accomplishments. To make your own custom map, use the My Major Map tool.
Don’t stress if you haven’t done all of the suggested activities. The map is not a prescription – it’s a tool for finding your own way at
Queen’s.
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Support for Student Success
Aspect of Student Health
Personal and Physical Health
Socio-Cultural and Spiritual Health
Career and Professional Health
Academic and Intellectual Health
Emotional and Mental Health
Social and Interpersonal Health
Resources
Athletics and Recreation
Health Counselling and
Disability Services
Aboriginal Student Centre
International Centre
Chaplain
Outreach Counsellor
Cross-Cultural Counsellor
Town-Gown
Career Services
AMS
International Centre
Student Academic Success
Services: Learning
Strategies and the Writing Centre
Academic Advising
Adaptive Technologies
Learning Commons
Health Counselling and
Disability Services
Peer Support Centre
AMS
Rector
Residence Life
Student Experience Office
Queen’s Legal Aid
See queensu.ca/studentaffairs for details
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Department of Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
Faculty of Arts and Science
Kingston Hall, Room 416
103 Stuart Street
613.533.2072
llcu@queensu.ca
EMAIL
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