Are you interested in learning French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Mandarin, or English as a Foreign Language? This course is for independent-minded students who want a language degree that will lead to a successful international career. Through expert teaching and a unique year abroad experience, you will become a top quality linguist prepared for the world of work. You’ll pick two languages, follow a specialist pathway, and complete a substantial work placement. In year 3 you will refine your language skills and complete a work placement abroad (or in the UK if you are studying English as a foreign language). Many competitive graduate jobs usually require 12 months’ work experience – something which you can gain on this course with a work placement of up to a year.

The Applied Languages degree will help you to develop a winning combination of advanced language skills, specialist subject knowledge, and work experience that will make you very attractive to future employers. International experience is something the majority of employers take into consideration when assessing job applications. The mobility and work experience within this course will enhance your skills in an increasingly international market and make you highly employable. Applied Languages graduates are well placed for employment in such areas as the media, public relations, business and international organisations. Many employers favour linguists because of their broad academic education, their flexible and creative approach to problem solving and their excellent ability to communicate. Applied Languages is also an excellent basis for postgraduate study and the teaching profession.