Language and Global Studies

Our Modern Language and Global Studies courses give you the chance to study at least two languages and develop academic knowledge of your chosen languages alongside a practical understanding of how they’re used in real life.

Develop academic knowledge of your chosen languages but also a practical understanding of how they’re used in real life – including in translation and interpretation. 

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Monthly staff spotlight - Maria Dolores Iglesias Mora

Being a second language learner myself has reinforced the use of the communicative approach. Innovation and creativity can be demonstrated in the materials development that Maria has been involved with all these years. Having a reflective practitioner perspective has enabled her to show a sympathetic approach to the students’ way of learning by mainly focussing on how to enhance classroom dynamics through one-to-one, pair or group work, encouraging the active participation of students in a positive learning environment.

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Why choose us?

  • Work or study abroad for a period to enhance your language skills, improve your confidence and experience a different culture.

  • Develop the language skills and knowledge you’ll need to succeed in global business, including interpreting.

  • Make the most of our Worldwise Learning Centre, with free access to Rosetta Stone for your guided study time
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Future Careers and Opportunities

You could enter a variety of occupations such as translation/interpreting, journalism, travel and tourism, working for international airlines, facilitating business between international and English-speaking contacts; work for local governments, in international business, consultancy, translation/interpreting, or worldwide teaching.

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