About the Department
Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics is an interdisciplinary department studying modern and ancient languages and related cultures, complemented by exchange programs and a strong sense of community.
Our mission
Interdisciplinary focus on language and culture
We study language as a cognitive system, a social practice, and a cultural artifact, combining linguistic, literary, historical, and empirical approaches.
Educational mission and skills development
The Department promotes multilingual competence, critical thinking, intercultural understanding and intellectual flexibility to prepare students for global, civic, and professional engagement.
Pedagogical and research strengths
Our teaching and research emphasize rigorous analysis, ethical reflection, and contextual understanding, supported by diverse faculty expertise and multiple methodologies across time, cultures, and disciplines.
Broader societal role and future vision
The Department of Classics, Modern Languages and Linguistics is a hub for multilingual and intercultural education, strengthening curricular pathways that integrate language proficiency with cultural, historical, and linguistic analysis, while expanding opportunities for comparative and interdisciplinary learning across programs and the university.
