Modern Language (Single language pathway)

Course Overview

Why BA Modern Language at UEA?

Study UEA Modern Languages to develop advanced language levels in French, Spanish and/or Japanese, translation, and intercultural skills. A transformative year abroad further builds confidence, adaptability, and global career readiness.

Why choose UEA?

• Speak beyond borders: Master French, Japanese and/or Spanish. Build powerful communication, translation and media skills for a global future

• Learn a language. Live a culture: Combine advanced language study with hands‑on cultural experiences, specialist modules and an immersive year abroad

• Discover Japan in Norwich: Study Japanese at the East of England’s only dedicated programme, backed by decades of partnership with Japan

What is BA in Modern Language?

The BA Modern Language degree at UEA develops advanced communication skills. We’ll enable you to study a language (French, Japanese, or Spanish) to an advanced level through expert teaching and contemporary materials. You’ll gain strong translation and intercultural communication skills. The course’s modules explore language, culture, digital media, and global communication.

Practical, real‑world abilities are strengthened in the state‑of‑the‑art language lab. You’ll work with cutting‑edge audiovisual translation and interpreting technologies. The course builds critical thinking and cultural literacy through engagement with diverse cultural events, activities, and specialist modules.

A compulsory year abroad develops independence, adaptability, and professional confidence. You’ll study, work, or teach in countries where your selected language is spoken. You’ll graduate with a versatile portfolio of linguistic, analytical, and practical communication skills, prepared for careers in language services, media, education, business, and beyond.

Disclaimer

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