Introduction
Are you passionate about languages and cultures and do you want to study everything about Khmer or a foreign language? Would you like to become a translator or linguist? Or would you like to become a teacher? Then a major in the field of Language and Culture could be the right fit for you.
Does this sound familiar?
- You have a passion for language(s)
- You would like to learn more about the ins and outs of different cultures
- You wonder about the origin and development of languages and how they are used
- You would like to teach others a new language
- You would love to do research on different aspects of languages and cultures
Majors
Do you want to become a specialist in the arts, history, languages, politics, society, and economy of Asia? Then a major in (Southeast) Asian Studies could be the perfect fit.
The following universities offer this major:
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the Chinese language and its cultural significance? Then a major in Chinese Studies could be something for you!
The following universities offer this major:
- Asia Euro University, Phnom Penh
- IIC University of Technology, Phnom Penh
- Life University, Sihanoukville
- Mean Chey University, Banteay Meanchey
- National University of Battambang, Battambang
- Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
- University of Management and Economics, Battambang
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the English language and its cultural significance? Then a major in English Studies could be something for you!
Interview with an English Studies student
SOKDETH Din is 30 years old and followed a major in English Studies at Western University. She chose to study English as she thinks that the language is important and that it could help her to communicate with people around her. She liked the major because English is a global language and the language that is used most in the media. After graduation she would like to start her own business.
The following universities offer this major:
- Angkor University, Siem Reap
- Asia Euro University, Phnom Penh
- Beltei International University, Phnom Penh
- Build Bright University Banteay Meanchey, Banteay Meanchey
- Build Bright University Battambang, Battambang
- Build Bright University Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- Build Bright University Siem Reap, Siem Reap
- Build Bright University Sihanoukville, Sihanoukville
- Build Bright University Takeo, Takeo
- Cambodian Mekong University, Phnom Penh
- Cambodian University for Specialities, Phnom Penh
- Chea Sim University of Kamchaymear, Kamchaymear
- Dewey International University, Battambang
- Human Resource University, Phnom Penh
- IIC University of Technology, Phnom Penh
- International University, Phnom Penh
- Khmer University of Technology and Management, Sihanoukville
- Life University, Sihanoukville
- Mean Chey University, Banteay Meanchey
- National Institute of Business, Phnom Penh
- National University of Battambang, Battambang
- National University of Management, Phnom Penh
- Norton University, Phnom Penh
- Panha Chiet University, Phnom Penh
- Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
- Phnom Penh International University, Phnom Penh
- Prek Leap National College of Agriculture, Phnom Penh
- Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- Saint Paul Institute, Takeo
- Svay Rieng University, Svay Rieng
- University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
- University of Economics and Finance, Phnom Penh
- University of Kratie, Kratie
- University of Management and Economics, Battambang
- University of Southeast Asia, Siem Reap
- Western University, Phnom Penh
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the French language and its cultural significance? Then a major in French Studies could be something for you.
The following universities offer this major:
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the Japanese language and its cultural significance? Then a major in Japanese Studies could be something for you.
The following universities offer this major:
- Cambodian Mekong University, Phnom Penh
- IIC University of Technology, Phnom Penh
- National University of Battambang, Battambang
- Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the Khmer language and its cultural significance? Then a major in Khmer Studies could be something for you.
Interview with a Khmer Studies student
NOUNG Sok Nimol (21) is majoring in Khmer Literature at the Royal University of Cambodia in Phnom Penh and is in his 4th year. Sok Nimol chose this major because he knew his talent lay in this field and he liked the culture sector and literature. When you study this major you need at least 24 hours per week to study.
His favourite subject is Khmer Literature because it provides an insight into society and problems it has to deal with. After Noung Sok Nimol graduates, he could be a teacher, newspaper writer, writer, or a Master of Ceremony. But there are more options.
The following universities offer this major:
- Cambodian University for Specialities, Phnom Penh
- Chea Sim University of Kamchaymear, Kamchaymear
- Dewey International University, Battambang
- Khmer University of Technology and Management, Sihanoukville
- Mean Chey University, Banteay Meanchey
- Paññāsāstra University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
- Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- University of Management and Economics, Battambang
- University of Southeast Asia, Siem Reap
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the Korean language and its cultural significance? Then a major in Korean Studies could be something for you.
The following universities offer this major:
- Angkor University, Siem Reap
- Life University, Sihanoukville
- Mean Chey University, Banteay Meanchey
- National University of Battambang, Battambang
- Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- University of Cambodia, Phnom Penh
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Do you have a more general interest in languages? And would you like to know what aspects make up a language (for example structure, form, or context)? Then you might be interested in a Linguistics major.
The following universities offer this major:
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to learn more about the Thai language and its cultural significance? Then a major in Thai Studies could be something for you!
The following universities offer this major:
- Mean Chey University, Banteay Meanchey
- Royal University of Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh
- University of Management and Economics, Battambang
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Would you like to become a translator? A major in Translation and Interpretation will teach students more about achieving high-quality translations, translation methods, and the historical and cultural aspects of the language.
The following universities offer this major:
- Panha Chiet University, Phnom Penh
- Svay Rieng University, Svay Rieng
- University of Management and Economics, Battambang
Please be aware that the majors offered by universities change over time and that the overview given on this page might not be entirely up to date. We advise you to do your own research on the university’s website or to contact the university’s student affairs office to check that they offer the major of your choice.
Graduates are now working as:
- Teachers
- Translators
- Interpreters
- Culture specialists
- Language advisors
- Researchers
Interview with a professional
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