Hispanic Studies PhD Requirements
5. Third Language Proficiency or Knowledge of Coding
The objective of the third language requirement is to obtain a reading knowledge of another language. This third language may prove useful for consulting texts for research and teaching purposes. Here are four options to complete this requirement:
Option 1. Language Classes at Western: Students who are interested in learning in a structured class setting are directed to review the undergraduate language offerings. Students must consult with the Graduate Chair and/or the Graduate Committee prior to enrolling in any course.
Option 2: Coding Classes at Western: Students can opt to learn coding instead of a third language. If this is their choice, students must decide the courses that they will take in consultation with the Graduate Chair and/or the Graduate Committee, as well as with their Supervisor prior to enrollment.
The undergraduate course registration form can be found at this link: http://www.grad.uwo.ca/academics/courses/index.html
Option 3. Proven Background in or Experience with Another Language: Students must provide the department with documentation that certifies that they have extensive background or experience with an additional language or language or one that includes a considerable knowledge of coding and have achieved and maintained a reading knowledge of the language, for example a degree or program of studies in the language or that includes a considerable knowledge of coding. Acceptance of this option is at the discretion of the Graduate Chair and/or the Graduate Committee.
Option 4. Translation Exam: Students who have undocumented background or experience in another language may opt to take a translation exam given by the department. The department will select a text and the student will translate it into English or Spanish. Dictionaries may be used for the translation exam. The Graduate Chair, Graduate Committee, and/or an outside expert in the language will evaluate the results of the exam.
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Year in Program: Ph.D. 1 |
Term 1 (Fall) |
Term 2 (Winter) |
Term 3 (Summer) |
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Language Requirement(s) |
Plan how to meet English language and/or third language/coding requirement(s). |
Work towards meeting English language and/or third language/coding requirement(s). |
Work towards meeting English language and/or third language/coding requirement(s). |
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Year in Program: Ph.D. 2 |
Term 4 (Fall) |
Term 5 (Winter) |
Term 6 (Summer) |
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Language Requirement(s) |
Meet English language and/or third language/coding requirement(s). |
Meet English language and/or third language/coding requirement(s). |
Meet English language and/or third language/coding requirement(s). |
