University of Leeds

Course Details

BA Asia Pacific Studies and German

Course Description

This degree (for applicants with an A level in German) explores the international importance of the Asia Pacific region while equipping you with specialist language skills and cultural understanding. You will study the economy, history and politics of the Asia Pacific, gaining theoretical perspectives on the region and the knowledge required to interpret its global situation. You will also learn to speak, read and write in articulate German as you study specialist topics including cultural representations of war in Germany, and the German Student Movement. The University of Leeds offers the widest choice of Joint Honours combinations in the UK - over 250 programmes. So if you have enjoyed two subjects equally at school/college or would like to combine your favourite subject with a new area of study, then joint honours at Leeds may be for you. Joint honours students study the same core topics as their single honours friends, but are required to choose fewer options and electives. This is to allow space in their timetable for both 'halves' of their degree. The intellectual range of such a degree, together with the organisational skill in combining two subject areas makes you very attractive to employers. Our courses allow you to study your chosen subjects in depth, and to graduate with an honours degree covering two disciplines.

Course Duration

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4year

Career outcomes

Graduates of Asia Pacific Studies and German at Leeds enjoy excellent career prospects in a variety of areas. Fluency in a major world language can open many doors into language-specific career paths and work abroad, and the other skills developed on the course (such as communication, analytical, organisational and team work skills) are attractive to graduate employers in the UK, Europe and beyond. Our graduates have gone on to succeed in career areas such as the creative industries, education, business and finance, law, journalism, publishing and charity work. Many of our graduates also progress to postgraduate study and/or specialised training in translation/interpreting. Joint Honours degrees are also excellent preparation for a PGCE, as they provide specialist knowledge in two subjects. The University’s “Leeds for Life” scheme will help you to get the most out of your time at University by supporting your personal and academic development. Through the scheme, you will develop the skills and attributes to help you succeed academically and impress potential employers. Everything you get involved in at Leeds will link to your future employability: part-time work, involvement in societies and volunteering all appeal to employers.




BA Asia Pacific Studies and German University of Leeds