MA and Doctoral students are required to demonstrate proficiency in research languages appropriate to their program and topic of study. Students can certify by passing a language exam offered three times a year from 1:00-4:45 p.m pacific, or petition to use prior or current course work equivalent to two years of study as outlined in the program handbooks.
Modern Foreign Language Exam September 27, 2023 (deadline to register September 6th)
Modern Foreign Language Exam February 28, 2024 (deadline to register February 7th)
Modern Foreign Language Exam May 22, 2024 (deadline to register May 1st)
To register for an exam please complete this form by the deadlines listed above.
Language intensives are offered each summer that help students prepare to pass the language exam.
Summer Language Study 2024
Dates: TBA
French (9am-noon)
German (9am-noon)
Spanish (9am-noon)
The GTU offers intensive summer language courses in French, German, and Spanish, designed to prepare registered students for the modern foreign language exam. Taught by experienced language instructors, the courses focus on grammar, building vocabulary, and translation practice for three hours a day for four weeks. Each class culminates with a modern foreign language exam. Check tuition and fees page.
These courses are open to current GTU students as well as members of the wider community.
Current students can register on https://gtusonis.jenzabarcloud.com via the Continuing Education module https://gtusonis.jenzabarcloud.com/CE_Intro1.cfm once registration is open in late Spring. Others seeking to register, and those with registration questions, can email GTU registrar John Seal or call 510-649-2462. .