French/German

What are Modern Languages?

Being able to speak another language gives you a wonderful opportunity to travel, study, work and live all over the world and to experience other countries and their cultures. Learning a language is challenging, fun, engaging and exciting. Foreign language skills are essential in today’s world; they are sought after by many employers and they complement a huge range of jobs. A foreign language can be combined with another subject at university, eg French and Law. You could even do a term or a year of your university degree in an another country, eg Architecture in Germany.

What skills are developed?

Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
ICT skills
Problem solving skills
Teamwork
The ability to speak another language is an essential skill in itself in today’s global society

What kind of person does it take?

Someone who…

Has an interest in current affairs and media
Enjoys learning about other countries and their cultures, eg film and music
Enjoys communicating
Enjoys problem solving
Enjoys working in small groups
Enjoys meeting new people

Horizons – where can this subject take you?

Foreign language skills are a plus on any CV and complement many different careers.

Career options are vast but could include:

Primary teaching, teaching English as a foreign language, translation and interpreting. Industries that look for graduates with language skills include the media, PR, finance, banking, tourism, consulting or working internationally with a charity or as part of a business that trades internationally.

Further job categories can be found here.

Pathways – how can I progress?