The majority of courses are taught in English, with the exception of language courses, including an upper-level language courses on film, culture and literature. Students must also achieve proficiency in either Spanish, Italian, French or German, through fulfilling a 3-year language course sequence. In addition to the language requirement at Franklin, a core curriculum consisting of Intercultural Competencies, International Engagement and Social Responsibility is at the forefront to the curriculum. A full year's worth of study in these three categories is a requirement. Courses in mathematics and writing are required as well.