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Studying French encompasses learning a major European and global language along with the diverse cultures it has shaped worldwide. Within your French studies, you can explore various subjects such as French graphic novels, chanson française, travel literature, medieval French history, and modern France.
The School of Modern Languages & Cultures provides degree programs in French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish. You can pursue French, German, Italian, or Spanish as standalone single honors or combine them with other disciplines for a joint degree. Portuguese and Russian are exclusively offered as joint degrees, requiring pairing with another subject. Additionally, Catalan, Mandarin Chinese, Czech, and Polish are available as optional components within your degree.
During your first year, you'll typically enroll in a language course at either Beginners level (for those with no prior experience or only National 5/GCSE equivalent) or Non-Beginners level (for students who have achieved a Higher grade B, A-level, or equivalent within the past three years).
Graduates in languages pursue diverse career paths including: journalism, cultural institutions, education, civil service fast stream, finance, business management, PR, and diplomatic services. Employers highly value the adaptable skills acquired through language degrees. A qualification from the School of Modern Languages & Cultures provides a unique perspective on global affairs.