Modern Languages and Politics

You can study politics at Leeds with one of 10 languages.

On these four-year joint honours course, you’ll study politics while developing fluency in your chosen language. On the politics side of your degree, you’ll examine concepts such as colonialism, nationalism, democracy, revolution, gender and globalisation. Optional topics range from political systems that exist across the globe to translation and interpreting, to media and democracy.

Whether you’re starting your language from a beginners’ level, or with prior knowledge, intensive language modules will prepare you for your year abroad, where you’ll further enhance your linguistic skills and enrich your knowledge of your host country.

On the language side of your degree, you’ll also study the society and culture of the countries where your chosen language is spoken.

You'll be able to choose to take your Final Year Project either with politics or with your chosen language.

The international outlook and knowledge you develop alongside advanced language skills will allow you to consider career options in a range of fields when you graduate.

Choose one of the following languages
We offer the following languages at two entry levels: beginners’ or with prior experience (eg A-level or equivalent). If you have prior experience in Arabic or Thai, please contact us before applying:

• Arabic (from beginners' level only)

• Chinese

• French

• German

• Italian

• Japanese

• Portuguese

• Russian

• Spanish

• Thai

You must include your chosen language in the ‘Further Details’ section of your UCAS application.