Language classes
Learning another language is fantastic for both personal and professional development.
We offer a choice of 4 languages as optional modules within the following undergraduate courses:
- International Business with Modern Languages
- Sociology (Level 5 only)
If I'm not studying one of the courses above, can I study a language for extra credits?
It is possible to take up to 30 additional credits per year on top of your planned curriculum.
Each language module is 15 credits per semester, so you can study 2 per year together with students on the courses listed above if there is space in the class (please note this cannot be guaranteed).
Can I study a language just for fun?
At present, we are only running credit-bearing language modules.
What languages are available?
We offer four different languages, all from beginners level:
- French
- German
- Japanese
- Spanish
It is also possible to start a language in the second and final year, but this will be subject to prior study, or a test to assess your level of proficiency.
| Level | French | German | Japanese | Spanish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beginners | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Intermediate | ✓ | n/a | n/a | ✓ |
| Advanced | n/a | n/a | n/a | ✓ |
- beginners - No prior knowledge/ less than GCSE grade 4/C
- intermediate - GCSE grade A*/9 - 4/C or AS grade D or E or equivalent
- advanced - A2 level pass or equivalent.
Please note: You may only join a language class at an appropriate level for you.
I’m interested in studying a language for extra credits – what do I do now?
There are some things to consider before asking to be enrolled:
- Check the entry requirements carefully, i.e. are you a complete beginner or do you have some prior knowledge of the language you are interested in studying? If so, we will need to discuss which level of study is most appropriate.
- Are you free to attend at the time the class is scheduled?
- Do you have good time management and organisational skills? Studying an additional module involves additional workload. You will be expected to attend classes, complete directed learning and take all assessment components. We want you to be successful in your studies, so please consider this carefully before requesting to be enrolled.
- Discuss taking an additional module with your Programme Leader.
For all queries relating to level of study or class scheduling, or to return your signed form, contact us.