Modern Languages

Aberystwyth is one of a few universities in the UK that offers the opportunity to combine the study of three languages, two of which will not require prior knowledge. You can choose from among French, Italian, German and Spanish. You will not only gain practical knowledge of and fluency in three languages, but you will also learn to understand the position of these languages in a wider global context.

Beginners follow an intensive course in the first year, consisting of an intensive language module and general introduction to European civilisation and culture. After the first year, all students on the beginners’ course will join students in the advanced level class. If you are joining us at advanced level, the first year will build on and further develop the principles taught at A level, preparing you for the next three years.

If you are studying more than one language, your time on the year abroad is normally split between the two countries to facilitate total immersion in more than one language and culture.

Modern linguists are statistically among the most employable graduates, and our degrees take our students across the world. Our graduates enter diverse professions, including teaching, administration, management, marketing, and many more. This degree opens the door to a wide variety of careers, such as the Civil Service, tourism, social work, librarianship, marketing, publishing and broadcasting.