Modern Languages and Politics

You can study politics at Leeds with one of 10 languages.

On this four-year course, you’ll examine concepts such as colonialism, nationalism, democracy, revolution, gender and globalisation. Optional topics range from political systems that exist across the globe to translation and interpreting, to media and democracy. You’ll also study the society and culture of the countries where your chosen language is spoken.

Your intensive language modules will prepare you for your year abroad, where you’ll further enhance your linguistic skills and enrich your knowledge of how your host country interacts with other countries and regional or global institutions.

You’ll be able to choose to take your Final Year Project either with politics or with your chosen language.

The international outlook and knowledge you develop alongside advanced language skills will allow you to consider career options in a range of fields when you graduate.

Choose one of the following languages
We offer the following languages at two entry levels: beginners’ or with prior experience (eg A-level or equivalent).

- Chinese

- French

- German

- Italian

- Japanese

- Portuguese

- Russian

- Spanish

We also offer Arabic and Thai from beginners' level (please contact us before applying if you have prior experience).

You must include your chosen language in the ‘Further Details’ section of your UCAS application.