BA (Hons) Language Studies

In this BA (Hons) Language Studies degree course, you'll develop the skills to communicate professionally in one or two languages. Immerse yourself in intercultural communication and awareness, and graduate with the confidence to pursue a career in the international community.

Begin your studies as a complete novice or with some knowledge of the language, and complete your studies to a professional level – C1 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) – without being required to spend a whole year abroad.

You'll have the choice to study either:

• One language in-depth: French, German or Spanish at an advanced or beginner level, or Mandarin Chinese at a beginner level
• Two languages at advanced level: chosen from French, German, Spanish and/or English as a foreign language
• Two languages at different levels: one language at an advanced level (chosen from French, German, Spanish or English as a foreign language) and one language at a beginner level (chosen from French, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese or Spanish)

When you complete this course, you'll be well prepared to begin work that showcases your intercultural awareness and language skills – such as an international English language teacher, a translator for a multinational corporation in any sector, a tour guide for an international travel agent, or a bilingual language editor or publisher.

Course highlights

• Put your language skills into practice in simulations, scenario exercises, television broadcasts and debates, so you’re ready to thrive in the wide world of work
• Develop multilingual IT skills, including the use of desktop publishing and podcast recording software
• Immerse yourself in learning a language (or two) to fluency without needing to spend a year abroad
• Choose to mix and match optional modules, or tailor your course by selecting modules specifically within one of four specialisms:
  • Teaching and Education
  • Translation and interpreting
  • Culture and linguistics
  • Business and industry

Customise your degree

If you're interested in a career in teaching, you can choose to enhance your degree with additional, widely recognised qualifications.

Qualification options

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) Teaching English as a foreign language

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