BA (Hons) Asia Pacific Studies with Sandwich Year in Preston United Kingdom | University of Lancashire

Discover the diverse culture, political landscape, and global significance of the Asia Pacific region while mastering one of its languages – opening doors to numerous rewarding career opportunities. Nations in the Asia Pacific play a pivotal role in the world economy today. The curriculum of this program provides comprehensive insights into this influence. You'll undertake intensive language studies in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, or Russian at our Preston campus, followed by an immersive year abroad in the region. While developing advanced linguistic abilities, this interdisciplinary program incorporates knowledge from multiple fields. You'll explore the cultural traditions, social dynamics, historical context, economic systems, foreign relations, and political structures of Asia Pacific nations, gaining deep understanding of regional characteristics and lifestyles. This unique combination distinguishes our graduates. No prior language experience is required to begin. Upon completion, you'll emerge as a skilled communicator with versatile abilities and regional expertise – fully prepared for careers across various industries connected to the Asia Pacific.
Our sandwich degree programs perfectly balance academic learning with professional experience, helping you develop workplace confidence and graduate career-ready.

Many alumni have found their placement year extremely valuable, providing hands-on industry experience and direct mentorship from professionals. These placements often lead to future employment opportunities in related fields for our graduates.