Modern Languages BA (Hons)

**Modern Languages**<br/><br/>Develop advanced skills in one or more languages and learn about the societies theyre rooted in. Begin at a level that matches your ability in your chosen languages, in order to make rapid progress and prepare you to live and work in a globalised world.<br/><br/>You will benefit from being guided by expert staff who will help you build advanced language skills on a flexible and engaging course. Youll study one or two languages of your choice - Arabic, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, or Spanish. You’ll also have the option to take an additional year in a third Language, or spend a year studying or working abroad.<br/><br/>As well as language skills, our graduates leave us with a greater cultural, social and political understanding of the nations that speak them. Our approach to teaching ensures you are ready to step into a career of limitless opportunities, live and effect change in the places you want to see it.<br/><br/>**Your future**<br/><br/>The ability to speak more than one language is a key asset in the global employment market, and one that employers seek out. This means you can flexibly work across many fields and industries, and of course, across different countries.<br/><br/>Beyond your language skills, you will graduate equipped with skills such as, communication, mediation, analysis and leadership. These give you confidence to offer creative solutions when faced with challenges, and the ability to express your ideas with clarity and passion. These are skills that make employers take notice, and you will be able to make change happen in the places you want to see it.<br/><br/>Our graduates are proof of this, going into fields as varied as: international banking, diplomacy, publishing, journalism, interpreting and translating, media, marketing and language teaching. Wherever your passions and future lie, through studying Modern Languages at Kent, you will have the tools needed to get there.<br/><br/>**Location**<br/><br/>Our city, your time.<br/>It has never been a better time to study in Canterbury. Our high student population creates a vibrant, diverse and student-friendly atmosphere.<br/>We are a hub of exciting new ideas emerging from a stunning historic city - join us and get involved!