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Studying French encompasses learning a major European and global language, along with exploring the diverse cultures it has shaped worldwide. Your French studies can focus on various subjects such as French comics, chanson française, travel literature, medieval French history, or 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 subjects or combine them with other disciplines for a joint degree. Portuguese and Russian are exclusively offered as joint degrees, requiring study alongside another subject. Optional courses include Catalan, Mandarin Chinese, Czech, and Polish, which can be integrated into your program.
During your first year, you'll typically enroll in either Beginner-level courses (for those with no prior experience or only National 5/GCSE equivalent) or Non-Beginner classes (for students with recent Higher/A-level grade B qualifications).
Language graduates pursue diverse career paths including: media, arts administration, education, civil service fast stream, finance, management, public relations, and diplomatic services. Employers highly value the adaptable skills gained through language degrees. A Modern Languages & Cultures degree from our School offers fresh perspectives on global understanding.