BA (Hons) Spanish and Japanese in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff University

The School of Modern Languages strives to shape students into globally-minded individuals. Our BA Spanish and Japanese program not only builds advanced linguistic abilities but also provides deep cultural insights into both Spanish and Japanese societies. You'll cultivate superior communication and analytical abilities while gaining adaptability through immersive language experiences abroad.

The Spanish-speaking world plays a significant role in global affairs, boasting vibrant cultural traditions. As an official EU language, Spanish maintains its importance in international relations and cultural exchange.

Japan blends ancient heritage with modern innovation, remaining a leader in technology and manufacturing. Studying Japanese equips you with valuable skills for today's job market, enhancing your professional appeal in our interconnected world and creating diverse career opportunities.

Combining Spanish with Japanese studies provides exceptional career advantages, giving you an edge in the global job market while expanding your professional possibilities.

Our program accommodates both advanced and beginner Spanish learners, while offering Japanese instruction for beginners only. The curriculum develops comprehensive language skills through interactive lessons and multimedia resources. First-year students receive foundational knowledge of both cultures to support specialized later studies.

Your language mastery will deepen during your mandatory year abroad, immersing you in both Spanish and Japanese-speaking environments.

Final-year students may undertake a dissertation project, fostering independent research skills valuable for graduate studies.

Language study encompasses far more than vocabulary - it's a holistic exploration of national identity. Our diverse curriculum offers intellectually engaging coursework.

Graduates emerge with near-fluent Spanish and Japanese abilities, plus sophisticated understanding of both nations' cultural, historical, and social contexts.
Career outcomes - Recent data shows 94% of our graduates secured employment or further education within six months. Many leverage their international experience into global careers, while UK-based alumni often pursue postgraduate qualifications or enter fields like diplomacy, education, media, and business. Potential roles include translation, teaching, government service, and corporate positions requiring language expertise.