Modern Languages and International Relations

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 you'll have the opportunity to:
explore other languages, cultures and societies
develop a better understanding of the nature and significance of politics and international relations
Flexible language choices

During your degree you’ll develop proficiency in reading and listening, writing and speaking, and mediating skills in one or two languages.

Choose from:
Chinese or Japanese
French
German
Portuguese (from beginner’s level only)
Spanish

You could continue learning a language you have studied before or try something completely new.

International relations
Alongside your language choices you’ll study global issues such as power, race and gender. You'll expand your international outlook and gain a wider perspective on international affairs and interactions.

Benefit from the flexibility of an optional Year Abroad or UK Careers Placement
Shape your degree to suit your personal and professional goals with one of three flexible options. You can choose to: 
spend a year abroad in your third year to develop your language skills among native speakers and experience a different culture
undertake a Careers Placement Year in the UK in your third year to gain valuable work experience
complete your degree in 3 years without spending time on a Year Abroad or on a Careers Placement Year

Regardless of what you choose to do, you will confirm this with us in Stage 2 after receiving guidance and support.

Study with us and become a confident linguist, ready to embark on your career journey as a global citizen.

Find out more about our other language degrees on the School of Modern Languages website.