Why Study Modern Languages?
Skills in Modern Languages have never been more important as the world becomes increasingly more connected. In addition, as the United Kingdom establishes new ways of working with partners abroad, multilingual communication is increasingly central to both commerce and culture. At Bangor, you will be able to develop an understanding of other cultures and hone your skills in a range of languages which will enable you to communicate with the speakers of other languages across the globe. Intercultural knowledge and multilingual skills are highly valued by employers and will give you a competitive edge in the international marketplace.
As well as enhancing your employment prospects, by studying languages at Bangor, you will become part of a supportive learning community in which students soon feel very much at home. We offer learning in small classes, where you get to know the staff and your fellow students in a friendly environment. You will have support through your studies from an experienced group of dedicated staff and expert advice in relation to the year abroad. There are also plenty of opportunities to develop your language skills beyond the classroom by getting involved in our student society, LangSoc, taking part in our Language Buddy scheme or volunteering as a Language Ambassador at one of our partner local schools.
The atmosphere in Bangor is friendly, inclusive and calm. Obviously, there are deadlines and assignments and exams, but the environment with which you are surrounded makes that all manageable.
What our students say
Our students get plenty of opportunities to engage with their chosen languages here at Bangor University. From studying abroad to immersing themselves in class here is what some of our students have to say about their experiences.
Elearnor Harris - My Year Abroad
Languages student Eleanor talks about moving to Spain for a year as part of her Spanish degree. Eleanor is working in a primary school and has immersed herself in the Spanish culture!
Sophie Helliwell - My student experience
"Both the Law and Modern Language schools are fantastic, the lecturers and teachers are all very engaging with great communication and feedback, you can go to them for absolutely anything."
Do you have a question about life as a Bangor University student? Our ambassadors will be happy to help you find the answer.
They can tell you more about studying here, about the amazing Clubs and Societies we have, and how they made friends and settled in to life at university as a Modern Languages student.
If you have any questions about the course, our lecturers are on hand to help. Below are some examples of frequently asked questions. Can you think of any more?
- What are the qualities of a successful Modern Languages student at Bangor?
- How can I prepare myself to study Modern Languages at Bangor?
- How will I know that Modern Languages at Bangor is the right choice for me?
What our graduates say
We have graduates working all over the world in various roles. Here is Olivia and Charlotte talking about their time at Bangor University and how studying Modern Languages has helped them in their career.
Charlotte Fairclough
Our Research in Modern Languages
Our international research profile in modern languages is derived from the dynamic work of academic and research staff, who have built major individual and collaborative projects in the histories, cultures and politics of the Francophone, Hispanic, German and Italian-speaking worlds, with a growing specialism in Translation Studies and Chinese Studies.
Particular research strengths lie in postcolonial approaches to Francophone and Iberian Cultures, the politics of memory and memorialisation, travel writing, Catalan and Galician Studies, Italian organised crime, translation, power and critical discourse, film and national identities, popular culture and comics, material cultures and material texts, visual cultures and contemporary art.
Our students benefit from a lively and inclusive research community. Not only does our research inform our teaching, we also run an exciting Research Forum each term, comprising a variety of events, including talks from visiting scholars and our own research staff and students, book launches and art, music and poetry performances.
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