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- Learn about the crossroad of cultures in Asia and Europe
- Learn Turkish, designated by the United States government as critical to U.S. National Security. Government funding is available for the study of Turkish.
- Gain access to countries in Europe, the Middle East and Central Asia to pursue a career in:
-Security
-Politics
-Economics
-History
-Languages/Literature/Culture
- Work in intergovernmental organizations such as: NATO, the UN, OECD, G20 and the EU
- Apply for:
-Government / National security
-Diplomatic mission jobs
Contact: Dr. Ayse Ozcan, aozcan@Illinois.edu
or Dr. Eman Saadah, esaadah2@illinois.edu (Spring 2025)
Click here for the Linguistic department's information on the minor including required courses.
Other Minors Available
Turkish courses can also be used to satisfy various requirements of other minors across the university's campus. The level of study varies by minor. Please click on the links below to learn more about the relevant minors.