International Languages, BA (Hons)

International Languages combines advanced language skills with the literature, history and culture of the countries where these languages are spoken. It also focuses on developing critical faculties and crosscultural awareness. You can study French, German, Italian or Spanish at an advanced level (post-Leaving Certificate or equivalent), and you can take Italian, Spanish and German as a beginner. Portuguese can be taken on an elective basis. Much of our teaching is in small groups, where you will expand your communication skills and develop as an independent learner. A crucial element of the degree is the year abroad, where you have the unique opportunity to become immersed in another culture.

Two intercultural modules,Choice of modules in linguistics, literature, history and cultural studies,An optional third language,One core intercultural module,Two main languages,Choice of modules in linguistics, literature, history and cultural studies,An optional third language,Linguistic, literary, historical and/or cultural courses at the host institution,Continued study of second language,One intercultural module,Continuation of the languages chosen in second year,Option modules as above