Languages & Translation courses

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers an advanced Spanish Fluency course focused on the Andean Region, designed for individuals seeking to deepen their linguistic and cultural understanding. This Languages & Translation program explores…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers Spanish Fluency (Interm): The Southern Cone, an intermediate-level course designed to deepen your understanding of the Spanish language as spoken in Argentina, Chile, Uruguay, and Paraguay. This Languages &…

Offered by the UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies, Fortaleciendo Raíces: Guiando Pasos Bilingües is a dynamic course designed to enhance bilingual communication skills within the Languages & Translation category. This program empowers participants to…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers a specialized course in Spanish for Medical Professionals in Ensenada, Mexico, designed for healthcare practitioners seeking to enhance their language skills in a medical context. This Languages &…

Immerse yourself in an advanced Spanish language experience with the Weeklong Spanish Immersion Program in Ensenada, Mexico, offered by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies. This intensive Languages & Translation course is designed for advanced learners…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers a Weeklong Spanish Immersion Program in Ensenada, Mexico, designed for beginners in the Languages & Translation category. This immersive experience provides foundational Spanish language skills through…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies presents the American Culture and Music - ESL Seminar, a specialized course in the Languages & Translation category. Designed for ESL learners, this seminar explores the rich interplay between American cultural…

The Conversational Skills - ESL Fluency Seminar at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies is designed to enhance English language proficiency for non-native speakers. This Languages & Translation course focuses on practical communication techniques,…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers Academic Listening and Speaking for High Intermediate Learners II, a specialized course in the Languages & Translation category. Designed for high-intermediate learners, this program enhances listening…

Level II is designed for beginner students who have had some basic exposure to Spanish. Conversations include describing people, professions, places and events using a variety of regular and irregular verbs in the present tense. Students continue to expand…

This course is appropriate for intermediate-level Spanish learners in the medical health profession who wish to increase their effectiveness in communicating with Spanish speaking clients. Topics include but are not limited to as a patient in the hospital,…

This course is an introduction to the basic skills in developing production and comprehension skills in American Sign Language (ASL). Students will learn ASL vocabulary, structure, and grammar. Course content also includes the manual alphabet and numbers.…

This free information session is designed for those who are interested in learning more about UC San Diego Extended Studies' Translation Certificate. For more information prior to this session, please visit our Translation certificate page. Matrix of classes

Explore the basic language structure of American Sign Language (ASL) and Deaf Culture. This is an entry-level course designed to introduce you to American Sign Language (ASL) and Fingerspelled Signs, as it is used within Deaf Culture. You will learn how to…

We will cover chapters 4, 5, and 6 in the textbook, continuing where we left off in French 1. We will continue to study the present-tense conjugation; we will add a few new verbs to the list of irregular ones you already know, and will widen our focus from…

Textbook chapters 6-8. Includes an in-depth study of French articles, continued work in the present tense, learning to describe one's memories and describe the way things used to be ( imparfait ), and an examination into the subtleties of the past tense (the…

Over 85 million people in the world speak Cantonese. It is the third most spoken language in China, and it is also widely spoken amongst Overseas Chinese in Southeast Asia, and throughout the Western world. This three-credit introductory course is designed…

Learn Medical Spanish Online This beginner-friendly Medical Spanish course will elevate your patient interactions. Designed specifically for busy healthcare professionals, this program bridges the communication gap between you and Spanish-speaking patients,…

In the second level of this introductory course, Yale-Romanization (Cantonese phonetic) will be further introduced and practiced throughout the entire course. Topics of daily life such as bargaining during shopping, buying gifts for a friend, discussing the…

Over 120 million people around the world speak Cantonese. It is the third most widely spoken language in China and commonly used among overseas Chinese communities. This three-credit course is aimed at heritage Cantonese speakers, Mandarin speakers, and…

This course serves as a bridge between the French language sequence (French for Communication 1-5) and the Refining Fluency in French series. It is designed for students who have had an overview of French grammar and acquired some general vocabulary, but need…

The primary goal of this course is to expand on what you have learned in the “survival” stage of the previous courses; to be able to proactively communicate with Japanese people to build relationships. The course will cover Lessons 18~24 in the textbook and…

Covering textbook chapters 6, 7 and 8 of Ponto de Encontro Portuguese as a World Language second edition (online edition), this course is designed for high beginning students who have a working knowledge of the grammar covered in the first and second level…

The course offers a vision of the effect of culture on health disparities, communication, belief system, educational strategies, language barriers, history of immigrants and influence in their approach towards medical treatments. It will help the students…

This course consists of an intensive review of the general rules of Spanish written language and its present modifications. It is taught entirely in Spanish and will cover the Spanish written fundamentals necessary for writing error-free Spanish translations.…

Discover how to turn your language skills into a new career in translation. Get a practical introduction to the field of translation in this hands-on course. Vocabulary studies and problem solving techniques associated with translation are highlighted.…

Learn the basic concepts and techniques of sight translation. Through text analysis, identify units of meaning, and the similarities and differences in English and Spanish grammar and writing styles. Each class includes theory and practical exercises to…

This course is designed to improve the writing skills of translators working from Spanish into English. Students will review the fundamentals of written English grammar and will make contrastive analyses between Spanish and English writing styles, so that…

Learn about online and offline resources to increase productivity, refine research skills, and ensure top-quality translations. Feel comfortable showcasing your talent and networking with clients and colleagues through a professional site, web profiles, and…

Speaking clearly and accurately is a common goal of English language learners. Since this can take many years to master, our course will help to provide you with effective strategies and techniques so that you can continue to refine your pronunciation skills…

With a heavy focus on oral communication, beginner students can immerse themselves in the sounds and rhythms of Brazilian Portuguese. Verbs ending in AR as well as some cases of the use SER and ESTAR will be covered. You will also practice describing yourself…

As the first in a seven-level language series, Level I is aimed at total beginners. In a highly interactive, lively classroom environment, students learn to perform simple tasks in the present tense, such as making greetings and introductions, describing…

Students in Level V will have conversations and debates on topics of daily life, increasing their grammar and vocabulary. This course is designed for students who have studied all verb tenses, including the conditional and subjunctive, but would like to…

Designed for those who have familiarity with the basic structures of Spanish, Level III students learn to discuss many aspects of food, celebrations, responding to requests, inviting and declining politely, expressing to have a good time, congratulation…

In a highly interactive, lively classroom environment, Level IV students will continue to develop their comfort in speaking and understanding Spanish while learning about clothing, parts of the body, travel and tourism, and the weather. Students will expand…

Level V Participants progress to a higher comfort level of speaking Spanish. Conversation topics include professions and technology used in the workplace, house and furnishings, sports, wellness, and injuries. Actively using Spanish in a learner-centered…

At this level, participants strengthen their competency in Spanish while building considerable confidence in using the language in diverse situations. Conversation topics include sports, wellness, nature, the environment, cultural activities and…

The main objective of level VII is to continue developing conversational skills in Spanish. The last two grammar topics presented in the book will be studied. In addition, the main focus will be to review all of the grammar topics covered in levels 1-7 and…

It is important for students learning a new language to understand the culture connected to the language. This class will help participants develop instructional strategies and practical tools for integrating culture into a language curriculum. A definition…

Designed for beginners, this engaging course will equip students with essential vocabulary and phrases to navigate common situations while exploring Italy. Lessons include practical dialogues for greetings, ordering food, asking for directions, and more. This…

The exam is a written assessment of your language skills in English and Spanish. In particular, it tests your knowledge of vocabulary, reading comprehension, and spelling, including proper use of diacritics, e.g. accent marks in both languages, and assesses…

The Academic Listening and Speaking for High-intermediate Learners I course at UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies equips students with essential communication skills in the Languages & Translation field. Designed for high-intermediate English learners,…

Explore advanced academic reading and writing techniques with UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies' course, Academic Reading and Writing for High-intermediate Learners I. Designed for students at a high-intermediate level, this course enhances…

Offered by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies, this course on Engaging and Accessible History Instruction for Multilingual Learners delves into innovative strategies for teaching history to diverse language learners. Participants will gain insights…

Offered by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies, the Introduction to Foundations of Interpretation course provides a thorough exploration of the fundamental principles in Languages & Translation. This professional program equips students with essential…

Offered by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies, the course "Portuguese for Communication IV" is designed for advanced learners aiming to refine their skills in the Portuguese language. As part of the Languages & Translation category, this course…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies presents the Weeklong Spanish Immersion Program in Ensenada, Mexico - Elementary level, ideal for beginners in the Languages & Translation category. This immersive experience offers participants the opportunity to…

The UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers a transformative Weeklong Spanish Immersion program in Ensenada, Mexico - Intermediate level, designed for language enthusiasts seeking to advance their proficiency. This immersive experience in the…

Offered by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies, the course Workplace EFL: Teaching English in International Business and Industry delves into the intricacies of teaching English as a foreign language within corporate and industrial contexts. This…

Offered by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies, Spanish for Healthcare Professionals I equips medical professionals with essential Spanish skills tailored to healthcare settings. As part of the Languages & Translation category, this course focuses on…