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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 comics, 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. 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 a language course at either Beginners level (for those with no prior study or only National 5/GCSE equivalent) or Non-Beginners level (for students with a Higher, A-level, or equivalent qualification achieved within the past three years).
Language graduates pursue diverse career paths including: media, arts administration, education/teaching, civil service fast stream, finance, business management, public relations, 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.