Department of Applied Foreign Languages

Applied foreign languages is a field of study focused on developing practical proficiency in one or more foreign languages for use in professional and everyday communication contexts, commonly including business, tourism, healthcare, and international service industries. Programs in this area typically combine core language skills training, in areas such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with coursework addressing the vocabulary and communication styles specific to professional settings, alongside cultural knowledge that supports effective cross-cultural interaction. Students who study applied foreign languages typically go on to work in fields where language skills support day-to-day professional communication, including tourism and hospitality, customer service, international business support, and administrative roles within organizations that interact with foreign-language speakers. In a health sciences and management context, applied foreign language training can also support communication with international patients or partners, an increasingly relevant skill within healthcare and service institutions. This Department of Applied Foreign Languages is part of Chung-Jen Junior College of Nursing, Health Sciences and Management, located in Southern Taiwan. The program is taught in English, providing international students access to language-focused study within a college oriented toward health sciences and management. As a non-degree program, it is generally structured for shorter, more focused study rather than a full undergraduate or graduate degree, making it suitable for students seeking targeted language training rather than a complete academic qualification. This structure can appeal to students who want practical language skills for professional use without committing to a multi-year degree program.