Second Language Requirements
Before students can graduate from NPSIA, all students must provide proof of their second language proficiency.
NPSIA’s second language proficiency requirement is outlined in the Graduate Calendar:
“Students must successfully complete an examination in second language proficiency administered by Carleton University’s School of Linguistics and Language Studies, or meet the equivalent standard as determined by the School of Linguistics and Language Studies.”
Students with no prior knowledge in a second language are encouraged to contact NPSIA’s Language Advisor (Professor Cristina Trevisan) during their first term to discuss their options for completing the language requirement. Please note that students who lack second language proficiency must begin their language training no later than the first semester of their second year in the program.
Students with existing language proficiency are encouraged to continue to improve their skills in their designated language or acquire proficiency in another language.
Language proficiency can be demonstrated by one of the following options:
For more information regarding the Modern Languages Unit at the School of Linguistics & Language Studies, please see: http://www.carleton.ca/slals/modern-languages/.