Modern Languages, BA (Hons)

OverviewWould you like to help people, organisations and countries communicate more effectively? On this course, you’ll use exciting contemporary materials, state-of-the-art technology and study with native speakers and translation and intercultural communication experts to transcend language barriers as you develop your chosen language to a high level of competence. You’ll hone your ability to develop and present sophisticated arguments in English and in your second language (choosing two from French, Japanese or Spanish). As you learn to speak, understand and write with precision, variety, and accuracy, you’ll develop the skills for engaging in debates and supporting your opinions. You will finesse your language and communication skills on your year abroad, as you develop flexibility and adaptability in another country. By the end of your degree, you’ll be able to demonstrate critical thinking, sophisticated expression, and independence in your chosen languages. Alongside your language studies, you’ll also discover new perspectives by exploring topics on culture, communication, translation and other applied language studies. Through a combination of language, professional and interpersonal skills that you will develop on this course, you will be ready to effectively navigate your future in today’s globalised world. About This CourseOn this course, you’ll learn your chosen languages to degree level. This will involve reading and listening comprehension, translation from and to English, précis and paraphrase work, the study of different styles and registers, lexical exercises, and oral work. In all of these activities, you’ll use contemporary rather than literary or historical materials. You'll put theory into practice on your year abroad as you push your language and communication skills to the next level, before choosing from advanced language modules in your final year. You may have the opportunity to take a third language as a non-credit module with certification. Depending on availability you can choose from Arabic, British Sign Language, French, German, Greek, Japanese, Spanish, Russian and Advanced English. Alongside developing your language competence, you’ll also take modules that explore the role of language, translation and intercultural communication in different communication networks. You will apply your language and cultural knowledge to a range of real-world situations, engaging in authentic assessments that will help you develop a wide range of skills. These will not only include written and spoken skills, but also project management, teamwork and interpersonal skills, and leadership skills, all preparing you to engage in today's globalised world. DisclaimerCourse details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk