Language Studies (T21)

Open University
Undergraduate CertHE Distance learning 1-3 Years LanguagesEnglish language

About this course

This certificate offers a flexible introduction to the study of languages, introduces you to key concepts in language learning, and develops your study skills. You can choose French, German and Spanish at beginners and intermediate levels, or you can increase your knowledge and skills in using English for academic study. By the end of the course, you’ll have moved well beyond the basics in at least one of your chosen languages.

Key features of the course

  • Develops you into an independent user (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages level B1) of at least one modern language

  • Introduces you to the cultures that use your chosen languages

  • Extends your competence in intercultural communication

  • Builds a solid foundation for studying languages at more advanced levels
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3412 Authors, writers and translators
    4135 Library clerks and assistants
    2471 Librarians
    2492 Newspaper and periodical broadcast journalists and reporters
    2115 Social and humanities scientists
    2491 Newspaper, periodical and broadcast editors

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Certificate of Higher Education - CertHE
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    1-3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Languages, English language