Post-Degree Diploma in Languages and Culture (Romance Languages) at Vancouver Island University

Programme overview

VIU’s post-degree French or Spanish language diploma program combines written, oral and reading comprehension instruction along with a cultural component to develop a deeper understanding of the Romance language. Taking a post-degree in Latin Languages opens up doors to careers in government, tourism, international business, teaching and travel. Vancouver Island University has cancelled the Post-Degree Diploma in Language and Culture effective June 3, 2025.

Faculty: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 1 year | Study mode: full-time | Location: Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada

What you will study

Courses include Intermediate French I, Intermediate French II, French Oral and Written Practice I, French Oral and Written Practice II, Introduction to Francophone Culture and Literature, Critical Analysis and Writing Skills, Oral Expression and Cultural Exploration in French, French Normative Phonetics: Theory and Practice.

Career pathways

There is an identified need for people with second language skills in a wide variety of employment areas such as primary and secondary education, research, business, tourism, fisheries, forestry and other federal government services.

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Application information

Entry requirements

This program is designed for students who have recognized Bachelor's degrees and wish to complete an academic credential equal in scope to a language minor. New students will be placed in language courses according to ability, experience, and previous education. Native French and Spanish speakers should consult with the department regarding exemption from lower-level requirements.; Program Regulations; Students must obtain a minimum "C+" average in all required first and second year courses, and then complete 18 credits of upper-level courses related to their language of specialization.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Most programmes start in September; January intake is offered for some bachelor's degrees and other programmes; many programmes offer alternative start dates throughout the year.

Applications for most academic programs open October 1 in the year before the program start date (applications for programs beginning September 2027 open October 1, 2026); deadlines vary by program.

Application fee: domestic undergraduate $46.98, domestic graduate $121.86, international all programs $156.06 (non-refundable); no application fee for Adult Basic Education.

Apply through the official page: https://www.viu.ca/apply

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