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For more information on the International Plan, please contact Prof. Bettina Cothran,
Director for the International Plan in Modern Languages |
International Plan
All International Plan students in the Foreign Language tract should get an early start on learning the language you have chosen. There is high demand for language classes at Georgia Tech, so please see how to register for language classes with permits to prioritize enrollment for IP students.
The International Plan (IP) Designation will set you apart from other applicants with recruiters and executives from top companies and governmental agencies since they know you have the global competency needed to compete in today's tough global market.
Have a look at recent comments by top executives from Siemens, UPS and YKK on recruiting graduates with international experience.
In addition to being an option for IAML and GEML majors, the IP designation can be added on to your Engineering, Computing, Architecture, Science or Management degree just to name a few. See the International Plan Website for details and to sign up for the plan. The Online Application form is on the left of this page as well.
Students who choose the foreign language option will have their oral proficiency measured during a telephone interview with professional testers from the Language Testing Institute (LTI), authorized by the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) to evaluate speaking proficiency levels. Normally this half-hour test will take place after you complete your experience abroad. When you are ready, download the OPI Testing form to schedule an Oral Proficiency Interview and follow the instructions in the form carefully, including checking with the Modern Languages Proctor for available times before you submit the form. Check the ACTFL guidelines for descriptions of proficiency levels from Novice to Superior ratings. Plan to complete this test no later that approximately six weeks prior to graduation.
Achieving Success: Some recommended steps to complete the IAML/GEML (or other) International Plan degrees with advanced language skills are described below.
Begin study of the language of your choice plus general and major requirements right away
- Complete two years (or equivalent) of your foreign language
- Complete a summer intensive LBAT program
- Study, work, and/or do a research project abroad during the fall and/or spring semester of your junior year. Check the definitions of the IP terms abroad.
- There are many ways to complete the requirements for the International Plan degree designation. See your advisor to find out the best way to design yours!
Although the School of Modern Languages can help you with some internships to Germany (Siemens), especially for the TU Munich/Siemens program, and some to Japan (Jetro), you will need to meet with the Division of Professional Practice (DoPP) to discuss and prepare for these and other internships abroad. |
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