Language Studies with English and Spanish (Q30-ES)

Open University
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Distance learning 3-6 Years LanguagesEnglish language

About this course

This is one of several subject combinations available in the BA (Honours) Language Studies (Q30). In your study of English, you’ll find out how the language works and how it varies depending on the context. You’ll also explore its history, its politics, and how it came to be such a hugely influential global language. Your Spanish studies will cover a range of aspects relating to the language and its cultures around the world. On completion, you’ll be an independent and intercultural user of Spanish, and have a wide-ranging understanding of how the English language is used to influence and persuade.

Key features of the course

  • Develops you into a proficient user (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages level C1) of Spanish

  • Develops advanced knowledge of the cultures where Spanish is used

  • Explores the evolution and diversification of English as a global language

  • Develops your understanding of effective communication in English
  • Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Distance learning
    Duration
    3-6 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Milton Keynes
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Languages, English language