University of Washington Department of Global Health

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Language Study

University of Washington

UW Language Learning Center (LLC) provides services and resources for advancing language study and instruction at the University of Washington. For language students, we offer language learning audio, video, courseware, foreign language computing resources, and the training and support needed to successfully use these resources.For language instructors, we help integrate technology into the language classroom, providing the information, resources, and support necessary to achieve better language learning outcomes.

Educational Outreach English Language Programs
The mission of the UW Educational Outreach English Language Programs is to further the learning of English among speakers of other languages and to promote global understanding.

  • English for Business
  • English for Law
  • English for Medical Training
  • English for Natural Resources
  • English for Engineering and Information Technologies
  • English in the Workplace
  • English Language and American Culture
  • Preparation for University Studies
  • Programs for Educators
  • TOEFL Studies with Language and Culture
  • Online English Language Programs: If you can't come here to study English, our programs can 'come to you' online.

Foreign Language and Area Studies Fellowships (FLAS)
(Contact jsisinfo@u.washington.edu at the Jackson School for International Studies)
FLAS fellowships provide tuition and health insurance plus a stipend (currently $14,000; $2,400 for Summer) for the study of eligible modern foreign languages. Subject to federal Title VI funding, the University's National Resource Centers will make awards in support of studies related to: Canada; East Asia; Middle East; Russia, East Europe and Central Asia; South Asia; Southeast Asia; and West Europe. These are competitive fellowships open to graduate and professional students who are US citizens or permanent residents and who meet designated requirements for language study. Applicants to graduate programs compete with current UW students for available awards. Preference is given to students who will begin language study at intermediate or advanced levels.

Seattle Area

Seattle Language Academy is a non-profit organization whose mission is to promote language learning among the residents of Puget Sound, and by extension to promote individual growth and the growth of understanding among the citizens of both the region and the world. SLA's wide range of language programs include:Day and evening classes for adults in Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, French, German, Ancient and Modern Greek, Italian, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish.

Private on-site and off-site language instruction for individuals, families, and company employees Before-school and after-school language programs for children in French, Spanish, and Japanese.

An English Language Program for international visitors to Seattle or professionals residing and working in the region

International

AMSA Medical Spanish Resources and Language Electives Database has compiled resources for: Spanish Language/Medical Spanish Courses, Spanish Language Course Websites and Resources, Summer Language/Cultural Courses and Med Students and Post-med Students.

Latin Immersion
The first and only IALC-Approved Schools in Argentina and ChileOf the many Spanish language schools in Argentina and Chile, only Latin Immersion has qualified for membership in IALC, International Association of Language Centres. Medical spanish courses available.

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