Persian
About the WLC Major: Persian Emphasis
Persian language can be studied as an emphasis in the World Languages and Cultures major. Students will not only learn the language but will also gain a preliminary understanding of the cultures connected to the language. Historically, Persian, also known as Farsi, has been spoken from the Middle East to India, but today, is understood in parts of Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, India, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Pakistan, Turkmenistan and Turkey.
Undergraduate
A major in World Languages and Cultures: Persian includes 21-22 credits in the Persian emphasis, combined with 9 core credits, 6 perspective elective credits, and a 3-credit practicum for a total of 39-40 credits. This comparative approach allows students to gain a depth of knowledge in their chosen emphasis, while also exploring a breadth of topics in global cultural studies.
WLC Major: Persian Emphasis Curriculum Degree Requirements
Total credits required for degree: 39-40 credits
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Note that this plan is a prediction of courses but does not guarantee this exact availability of courses. Also note that students with prior language learning experience do not necessarily need to begin at the 1010 level and should visit our Language Placement FAQ page for questions about where to begin.
FLAS Scholarship
Persian is an approved language for a Foreign Language and Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships, a federally funded awards offered through the University of Utah's Asia Center. These scholarships provide funding for undergraduate and graduate students who study modern foreign languages and related area studies, and students learning Persian are encouraged to apply!
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