Learn a New Language and Prepare for a Career or College Transfer
Develop a new, valuable skill for our increasingly connected world by learning a new language. Austin Community College’s World Languages Program gives you a choice of languages for your major. Classes also explore the cultural, political, and historical context of the language. You’ll be ready for immediate opportunities with your new bilingual skills, or continue your education to receive a four-year degree.
Career & Salary Information
Adding bilingual to your resume opens up almost endless possibilities––with opportunities in corporate, government, and nonprofit settings. Graduates can find careers as translators or interpreters.
Awards & Program Maps
Choose the Award Path That’s Right for You
ACC offers stackable credentials. Certificates prepare you for a career change or career advancement and often include credits that count toward associate degrees. Associate degrees further increase your employability and help you build a strong foundation for university transfer. Learn about credential options.
Explore awards and follow the program maps below to stay on track.
| Program | Award Type | Award Title | Award Plan | Program Map | Optional Mode | Catalog Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Chinese | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Japanese | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Korean | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Russian | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | German | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | French | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Italian | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Spanish | Award Plan | Program Map | ACC Online | @0002 |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Arabic | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 | |
| World Languages | Associate of Arts Degree | Latin | Award Plan | Program Map | @0002 |
Academic Department Contacts
| Academic Program | First Name | Last Name | Phone | Department Website | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Languages | Vanessa | Lato | Call | Send Email | Visit Website |
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Note: Bachelor’s Degree, Health Sciences, and other specialty programs may not appear in the Program Of Interest selection area. Use the Request for Information links on those pages to contact those program administrators.