Modern Language & Literature (MODL)
MODL 1200 American English Pronunciation (3)
The purpose to this course is to enable individuals to improve their English pronunciation. This course is not designed to teach grammar or vocabulary. It has been created for people who want to be more clearly understood in their professional and personal conversations.
MODL 2100 Literature in Translation (3)
Studies of foreign-language literature in translation and examination of the impact of foreign works on modern thought and various cultures. Taught in English. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 99 units
MODL 2300 World Cultures (3)
An examination of the music, arts, literature, folklore, customs, institutions, and peoples of diverse world cultures. Taught in English. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 99 units
MODL 2318 International Film and Cultures (3) 
This course offers students an introduction to selected world regions and cultures through the study of contemporary film. By incorporating films with social, historical, and political contexts of discrete regions, students will develop a critical understanding of the relationship between foreign films and their represented cultures. Students will view a variety of films from a selected linguistic region (e.g. French and francophone world, Latin America, Basque country, etc.), and explore significant culture topics such as race, politics, gender, and/or family.
Requisite(s): Prerequisite: ENGL 1109 (GE A2) or the equivalent.
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 12 units
General Education Attribute(s): C2 Humanities, GE (C2) Humanities
MODL 2700 Special Topics in Modern Classic Language (1-3)
Studies in a modern or classical language. Examples of topics include composition and writing, introduction to literature, and intensive studies of one or more of the components of the target language. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
Requisite(s): Consent of Chair
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 99 units
MODL 2820 Study Abroad (1-6)
Course designed for study abroad credit in language other than Spanish or French.
Requisite(s): Consent of Chair
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 6 units
MODL 2850 Independent Study (1-3)
Designed to meet the needs of students wishing to do work in classical and other languages not normally offered by CSUB. Study on an individual basis under the guidance of an instructor.
Requisite(s): Consent of Chair
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 3 units
MODL 3700 Special Topics in Language (1-3)
Thematic studies of topics in modern or classical languages. Taught in English. May be repeated for credit with different topics.
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 99 units
MODL 3850 Independent Study (1-3)
Designed to meet the needs of students wishing to do work in classical and other languages not normally offered by CSUB. Study on an individual basis under the guidance of a instructor.
Requisite(s): Consent of Chair
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 3 units
MODL 4820 Study Abroad (1-6)
Course designed for study abroad credit in languages other than Spanish or French.
Requisite(s): Consent of Chair
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 6 units
MODL 4860 Language Practicum (1-3)
Course designed for language-related internships and hands-on practice opportunities. Offered on demand.
Requisite(s): Consent of Chair
Repeatable for Credit: Yes, up to 3 units