Languages and Cultures BA

Reach fluency in two languages with the opportunity to study a third through optional modules, if you wish. Your combined language degree allows you to choose from among nine languages: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

Starting your language from scratch, or with an A-level, either way you’ll reach a professional standard in both your chosen languages, through intensive learning practice and your residence abroad. The rich diversity of expertise in our School means you’ll choose from a wide range of topics including literature, world cinema, popular culture, history and politics. You’ll explore cultures and societies across the world, while focusing on the countries where your languages of choice are spoken. In your final year, you can enhance your translation skills or business language and will develop an independent project.