Armenian Language

This degree or certificate provides a rigorous academic preparation in the Armenian Language. Students are prepared to transfer to baccalaureate degree programs in Armenian or Near Eastern Languages, as well as Music, Linguistics, Art History and related fields. This degree or certificate also meets the needs of those in the community who wish to gain aptitudes in foreign languages or may enter the job market in fields that may require knowledge of a foreign language such as Armenian. Students develop competency in the ability to comprehend, speak, read, and write in Armenian, while at the same time learn to think critically by analyzing works of literature and other manifestations of culture. Students must complete all required courses for a minimum of 18 units. Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will demonstrate increased reading and listening comprehension of the target languages. Utilize oral and written communicative skills to produce the target languages. Demonstrate increased knowledge of the target language’s cultures.

Associate in Arts Program Map Certificate Program Map

PREREQUISITE COURSES	REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
	ARMEN 101 or ARMEN 115	Beginning Armenian I Armenian for the Armenian Speaking I	5 or 5
ARMEN 101 or equivalent ARMEN 115 or equivalent	ARMEN 102 or ARMEN 116	Beginning Armenian II Armenian for the Armenian Speaking II	5 or 5
ARMEN 102 or 116 or equivalent	ARMEN 117	Armenian for the Armenian Speaking III	5
	Select one course from the following:
ARMEN 102 or 115 or equivalent	ARMEN 125	Ancient and Medieval Armenian Literature	3
ARMEN 102 or 115 or equivalent	ARMEN 126	Armenian Literature in the Enlightenment Era	3
ARMEN 102 or 115 or equivalent	ARMEN 127	20th and 21st Century Armenian Literature	3
	ETH S 164	The Armenian Diaspora	3
	HIST 121	Armenian History	3
	TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		18

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED IF PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET. SEE A COUNSELOR TO PREPARE A STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

February 2026	GCC Catalog Addendum Spring 2026
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.