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Division of Foreign Languages of Suwon University aims to develop humanistic abilities that enable us to understand our mind and lives and foster professionals with competent language skills in the era of information-oriented society and globalization by studying various languages and cultures around the world.

In the Department of English Language and Literature, English linguistics and literature are to be studied on the basis of the understanding of and practical skills in English as lingua franca. Furthermore, by widening the understanding of Anglo American culture, the Department seeks to develop fluent English and international manner required in international society.

Graduates of the Department of French Language and Literature are playing active roles in many fields of society including academia, media, tourism industry, trade, etc. Especially, graduates are serving important roles as professionals in francophonic regions including western Africa such as Senegal, Cote d'Ivoire, Congo, Togo, Cameroon.

Department of Russian Language and Literature seeks to educate specialists in Russia and CIS regions which serve a pivotal role in the development of global economy, politics, society and civilization and which also have unlimited possibilities to create synergetic effect with South Korea. The Department provides customized curriculum which allows students to develop their language abilities step by step. By doing so it seeks to develop practical qualifications required in a rapidly changing international order and ability to effectively perform their tasks. It runs a comprehensive educational program consisting of language, culture, politics, economics and history, applicable in practice, by combining linguistic knowledge and background knowledge about specific regions.

Department of Japanese Language and Literature aims at improving practical Japanese language skills by teaching conversation, writing and reading. Moreover, Japanese culture, lifestyle and history are also taught so that knowledge regarding Japanese society can be widened. Advanced courses are also included in the curriculum so as to foster specialists with academic knowledge. Double major or minor courses are also recommended to Japanese majors to gain knowledges from various fields. Exchange programs with Japanese universities as well as student activity programs such as Japanese culture clubs will also provide students with an opportunity to improve their understanding of Japan and Japanese culture.

Department of Chinese Language and Literature aims to ensure the development of communication skills in Chinese which serves as a basis in understanding China in general. In the Department, students will study classical Chinese literature, contemporary literature, linguistics as well as subjects regarding Chinese politics, economics, culture and theories to broaden the understanding of China and its culture. On the basis of these professional qualifications, the Department expects to nurture specialists who contribute themselves to exchanges between Korea and China and global leaders with international insights who play active roles in East Asia.