Bachelor of Arts in Languages and Culture (Romance Languages) - Minor

About this programme

As technology brings our world closer together, the ability to effectively communicate with people of different languages and cultures is an extremely employable asset in almost every industry. A minor in Languages and Culture at VIU will elevate your Bachelor of Arts degree by providing a valuable in-depth study of the French or Spanish language and culture. Students gain a deeper understanding of French and Spanish culture by studying both the language and important literary works. Whether you are a future teacher, government worker, tourism executive, entrepreneur or even simply a world traveler, a minor in French or Spanish in this roman languages program will benefit both your work and personal life. Adding “proficiency in French or Spanish” is a favourable addition to your resume. Vancouver Island University has suspended the Bachelor of Arts, Minor in Languages and Culture (Romance Languages). Students are currently not able to declare this option. Did you declare a Minor in Languages and Culture prior to June 2025? Make an appointment with a BA Advisor to determine the next steps to complete your program. The B.A. - Minor in Languages and Culture (Romance Languages) is designed to serve a variety of students whose overall program or career plans require or benefit from a strong grounding in another language or culture: not only B.Ed students, but also History, Anthropology, Global Studies, Liberal Studies, Business, Recreation and Tourism, etc. There is an identified need for people with second language skills in a wide variety of employment areas such as primary