Modern Languages and International Relations BA (Hons)

Prepare for an internationally focused career with our Modern Languages and International Relations BA Honours degree. Languages play a central role in international relations by facilitating the sharing of ideas and negotiation. On this degree youll have the opportunity to:<br/>explore other languages, cultures and societies<br/>develop a better understanding of the nature and significance of politics and international relations<br/>Flexible language choices<br/><br/>During your degree you’ll develop proficiency in reading and listening, writing and speaking, and mediating skills in one or two languages.<br/><br/>Choose from:<br/>Chinese or Japanese<br/>French<br/>German<br/>Portuguese (from beginner’s level only)<br/>Spanish<br/><br/>You could continue learning a language you have studied before or try something completely new.  <br/><br/>International relations<br/>Alongside your language choices you’ll study global issues such as power, race and gender. Youll expand your international outlook and gain a wider perspective on international affairs and interactions.<br/><br/>Benefit from the flexibility of an optional Year Abroad or UK Careers Placement<br/>Shape your degree to suit your personal and professional goals with one of three flexible options. You can choose to:  <br/>spend a year abroad in your third year to develop your language skills among native speakers and experience a different culture<br/>undertake a Careers Placement Year in the UK in your third year to gain valuable work experience<br/>complete your degree in 3 years without spending time on a Year Abroad or on a Careers Placement Year<br/><br/>Regardless of what you choose to do, you will confirm this with us in Stage 2 after receiving guidance and support.<br/><br/>Study with us and become a confident linguist, ready to embark on your career journey as a global citizen.<br/><br/>Find out more about our other language degrees on the School of Modern Languages website.