Major and Minor in Comparative Literature & Thought
The Comparative Literature and Thought (CL&T) major requires 27.5–48.5 units, including core courses in literature and thought, upper-level coursework, a capstone project, and language study. A Comparative Arts specialization adds requirements in applied arts and arts theory/history. The minor requires 15 units across literature, thought, and one elective. The program also administers minors in Legal Studies, DASH, Translation Studies, and Medieval & Renaissance Studies. Legacy programs like IPH, Text and Traditions, and Comparative Literature remain available to students who entered in 2023–24.
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German Studies
German Studies at WashU offers a top-ranked program with small, engaging classes and a wide range of courses in language, literature, philosophy, media, and culture. Whether you're interested in classic texts, international careers, or cultural immersion, the program supports your goals with exceptional teaching, co-curricular activities, and study abroad opportunities.
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Data Science in the Humanities (DASH)
The Data Science in the Humanities (DASH) minor equips humanities students—regardless of prior technical experience—with valuable digital skills like text and data analysis, visualization, and geospatial tools, all applied to cultural and historical questions. The 15-unit interdisciplinary program emphasizes hands-on research, including required internships on faculty-led projects and optional summer fellowships. DASH prepares students to engage with the future of the humanities and enhances their appeal to graduate programs and employers alike.
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Minor in Legal Studies
The Legal Studies minor is an interdisciplinary program that explores law’s role across cultures and history, focusing on its social, economic, and institutional impact rather than legal training. It builds critical thinking and analytical skills valuable for law school and beyond. Students complete six courses (18 units) from at least three of four thematic areas, with opportunities for internship or study abroad credit. The minor draws on courses from Arts & Sciences as well as Business, Engineering, and Social Work, offering a broad and flexible foundation for understanding law in society.
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Minor in Translation Studies
The Translation Studies minor requires 15 units, including a core course on global translation and three electives focused on literature, culture, and digital humanities. Students must also complete either a 4000-level translation practicum or another course in Translation Studies. Additionally, minors must take three sequenced courses in a single foreign language, fulfilling the Arts & Sciences Language and Cultural Diversity requirement. All courses must be completed with a grade of C- or higher.
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Minor in Medieval and Renaissance Studies
The Medieval and Renaissance Studies minor requires 18 units and two years of college-level study in a language such as Spanish, French, Latin, or Arabic. Students complete six courses, including at least three from a core list focused on literature, art, politics, and history. Three additional courses must cover medieval or Renaissance topics across at least two departments, with one addressing non-Western material. The interdisciplinary minor explores global perspectives on the medieval and Renaissance world through fields such as literature, history, philosophy, and art.
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