Global Studies, AA

Explore the world, understand diverse cultures, and prepare for a globally connected future.

The Associate in Arts Global Studies Liberal Arts Transfer degree will aid students in the development of an open, inclusive, international perspective through the study of human cultures, history, and language. This degree will provide students with the basic international and intercultural understanding that is applicable in the university and in the workplace, as well as prepare them for entry into a degree program at a four-year academic institution.

Next Steps

Apply See Program & Courses in Catalog Request Information

What do Interpreters and Translators do?

• Follow ethical codes that protect the confidentiality of information.
• Translate messages simultaneously or consecutively into specified languages, orally or by using hand signs, maintaining message content, context, and style as much as possible.
• Listen to speakers' statements to determine meanings and to prepare translations, using electronic listening systems as necessary.

What skills do Interpreters and Translators have?

• Speaking: Talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Active Listening: Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading Comprehension: Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.

Contact

• Humanities, Languages and the Arts Department Page
• 734-973-3356

Questions about applying?

Schedule an Appointment with the Recruitment and Outreach team

How much does it cost?

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