Associate of Arts, DTA - World Languages Specialization

The World Languages Specialization of the Associate of Arts (DTA) degree enables students to develop listening, speaking, reading and writing skills in multiple languages, and to analyze, examine and explore oral and written communication using a variety of topics through authentic materials, in all major time frames.

The Specialization in World Languages prepares students for successful transfer at the junior level in a world language or related field at Washington State 4-year universities. This specialization is appropriate for students with preexisting language skills who are interested in developing communication skills in at least two languages (in addition to English) and in applying these in any career field or professional setting.

All public universities in the state of Washington have a language requirement at the bachelor degree level. Students should review those requirements and ensure they meet them prior to transfer. World language credit can be applied toward humanities, multicultural, and general elective requirements of the Associate of Arts degree.