Languages
College of Arts & Sciences
Arabic
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Arab Cultures Through Film (in English translation)
CAS LY 283
Explores Arab cultures with a focus on key historical and social issues through the lens of Arabic films, both as historical artifacts and artworks. Diverse cinematic works from Syria, Palestine, Egypt, and beyond are discussed and analyzed. No prior knowledge of the Arab world or Arabic is required. Effective Spring 2023 this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy, Historical Consciousness, Teamwork/Collaboration. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
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First-Semester Chinese
CAS LC 111
Online offering. Essentials of structure, oral practice, introduction to the writing system. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
O1 (IND) Arranged... Open SeatsAmber NavarreOnline section O1: Meets online every Tues, Wed, Thurs 7-8 pm for a live classLC 111 OL is designed for non-heritage students with no prior Chinese language background who wish to begin learning standard Mandarin Chinese. For students with Chinese speaking or learning experiences, please complete the Chinese placement exam to determine if LC111 is the appropriate course level. You will need access to your BU Blackboard account. Please use the following link to access the placement exam: https://learn.bu.edu/ultra/courses/_255408_1/outlineFor information about technology requirements for online courses at Boston University, see bu.edu/online/technology. BU Virtual can be reached at buvirtual@bu.edu or 617-358-1960 for additional information. -
Second-Semester Chinese
CAS LC 112
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CAS LC 111) or equivalent. Online offering. Essentials of structure, oral practice, introduction to the writing system. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)
O2 (IND) Arranged... Open SeatsLiling HuangOnline section O2: Meets online every Tues, Wed, Thurs 7-8 pm for a live classPlease note that CAS LC 112 is a continuation of CAS LC 111 and is not designed for students who have native or near-native proficiency. If this is the first time you are taking a Chinese course at BU, please complete the placement test and forward your scores to the instructor. You will need access to your BU Blackboard account. Please use the following link to access the placement exam: https://learn.bu.edu/ultra/courses/_255408_1/outlineBU Financial Aid: Summer Term HUB CoursesFinancial aid may be available to BU need-based scholarship recipients for certain HUB courses in summer 2026, including this one. For more information, please contact BU Financial Assistance at 617-353-2965 or finaid@bu.edu. Check out Summer 2026 HUB Course Scholarship eligibility requirements to see if you qualify.
For information about technology requirements for online courses at Boston University, see bu.edu/online/technology. BU Virtual can be reached at buvirtual@bu.edu or 617-358-1960 for additional information. -
First-Semester Japanese
CAS LJ 111
Introduction to spoken and written Japanese and to fundamentals of Japanese grammar with oral drills and written exercises. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
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Second-Semester Japanese
CAS LJ 112
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASLJ111) or equivalent. Introduction to spoken and written Japanese and to fundamentals of Japanese grammar with oral drills and written exercises. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)
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Modern Japanese Culture in Cinema (in English translation)
CAS LJ 283
Japanese film from the silent era to contemporary animation, with attention to the intersection of cinematic and cultural analysis and genres such as yakuza movies. Directors studied may include Ozu, Kurosawa, Mizoguchi, and Miyazaki Hayao. Effective Fall 2018, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Aesthetic Exploration, Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
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Tradition and Modernity in Iranian Film and Literature
CAS LZ 315
Undergraduate Prerequisites: First Year Writing Seminar (e.g., WR 100 or WR 120). - This course examines how competing notions of tradition and modernity are presented in Iranian cinema by drawing on both classical and modern Persian literary works to draw out underlying connections between the readings and the films. Effective Spring 2024, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: Writing-Intensive Course, Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy, Aesthetic Exploration. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)
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A placement test is required of every student whose most recent course in Spanish was taken in high school or at a college other than Boston University. Information about the online placement test is available at bu.edu/rs/academics/undergraduate/placement-tests/. The test can be taken at any time, but can only be taken once in a 12-month period.
First-Semester Spanish
CAS LS 111
For students who have never studied Spanish, or by placement test results. Introduction to grammatical structures. Emphasis on aural comprehension, speaking, and pronunciation. Introduction to Hispanic culture. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
O1 (IND) Arranged... Open SeatsMaria DatelOnline section O1: Meets online every Mon, Wed, Thurs 10-11 am for a live classSummer 2 (June 29-August 7)
O2 (IND) Arranged... Open SeatsSusan GriffinOnline section O2: Meets online every Mon, Wed, Thurs 10-11 am for a live classBU Financial Aid: Summer Term HUB CoursesFinancial aid may be available to BU need-based scholarship recipients for certain HUB courses in summer 2026, including this one. For more information, please contact BU Financial Assistance at 617-353-2965 or finaid@bu.edu. Check out Summer 2026 HUB Course Scholarship eligibility requirements to see if you qualify.
For information about technology requirements for online courses at Boston University, see bu.edu/online/technology. BU Virtual can be reached at buvirtual@bu.edu or 617-358-1960 for additional information. -
Second-Semester Spanish
CAS LS 112
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASLS111) or placement test results. - Completes study of basic grammatical structures. Emphasis on speaking and aural comprehension. Readings on contemporary Hispanic culture. Writing assignments. Lab required. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
O1 (IND) Arranged... Open SeatsEdgardo Tormos BiglesOnline section O1: Meets online every Mon, Wed, Thurs 10-11 am for a live classSummer 2 (June 29-August 7)
O2 (IND) Arranged... Open SeatsCarmen Torre PerezOnline section O2: Meets online every Mon, Wed, Thurs 10-11 am for a live classBU Financial Aid: Summer Term HUB CoursesFinancial aid may be available to BU need-based scholarship recipients for certain HUB courses in summer 2026, including this one. For more information, please contact BU Financial Assistance at 617-353-2965 or finaid@bu.edu. Check out Summer 2026 HUB Course Scholarship eligibility requirements to see if you qualify.
For information about technology requirements for online courses at Boston University, see bu.edu/online/technology. BU Virtual can be reached at buvirtual@bu.edu or 617-358-1960 for additional information. -
Third-Semester Spanish
CAS LS 211
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASLS112) or placement test results. - Completes study of grammatical structures of Spanish. Use of spoken language in conversation. Readings on Hispanic civilization and contemporary short stories. Writing exercises involving more complex grammatical and syntactical patterns. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in the following BU Hub area: The Individual in Community. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 1 (May 19-June 26)
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Fourth-Semester Spanish
CAS LS 212
Undergraduate Prerequisites: (CASLS211) or placement test results. - Review of the structures of Spanish. Intensive practice of spoken language. More advanced readings from Hispanic culture. Frequent compositions. Satisfactory completion of CAS LS 212 fulfills the CAS language requirement. Effective Fall 2020, this course fulfills a single unit in each of the following BU Hub areas: The Individual in Community, Global Citizenship and Intercultural Literacy. 4 cr. Tuition: $3380
Summer 2 (June 29-August 7)
Financial aid may be available to BU need-based scholarship recipients for certain HUB courses in summer 2026, including this one. For more information, please contact BU Financial Assistance at 617-353-2965 or finaid@bu.edu. Check out Summer 2026 HUB Course Scholarship eligibility requirements to see if you qualify.