This is the first course in a two-course sequence. The sequence provides students without prior exposure to the language with a sound basis for learning French as it is used today in its spoken and written forms. The goal of the sequence is proficiency in communication skills with an emphasis on oral proficiency. The sequence also acquaints students with contemporary culture and life in French-speaking countries. Students must take placement exam if this is their first RIT class in French and they have some prior study of French.

This is the second course in a two-course sequence. The sequence provides students without prior exposure to the language with a sound basis for learning French as it is used today in its spoken and written forms. The goal of the sequence is proficiency in communication skills with an emphasis on oral proficiency. The sequence also acquaints students with contemporary culture and life in French-speaking countries.

This is the first course of a two-course sequence at the intermediate level. The sequence provides students with the tools necessary to increase their ability to function in French. Communicative activities, contemporary texts, vocabulary study, and grammar are used to expand all communication skills, especially oral proficiency. This sequence continues to address issues of contemporary French life and culture as well as the cultures of the Francophone world.

This course introduces beginners to the Spanish language and the interconnected, diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. It provides a foundation in the five core language skills—speaking, listening, reading, writing, and cultural understanding—through intensive practice in a variety of local and global media and communicative activities. Students develop the ability to exchange personal information, express basic opinions, and engage in real-world interactions such as shopping for clothing or ordering food. This course may be taken as part of the Spanish immersion, minor, or major; the Latino/Latin American Studies immersion or minor; as a global perspective course; or as a liberal arts elective. Beginning Spanish I is designed for students with little to no prior experience with the Spanish language. Students with previous exposure must complete the Spanish Placement Test before enrolling: https://www.rit.edu/liberalarts/mltc/spanish-placement-test-request-form.