Modern Languages and Cultures
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On this dynamic and diverse subject strand, you will have taster sessions in languages such as Chinese (Mandarin), Arabic, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish, engaging not only in linguistics but in cultural, social, and political issues. In a globalised world, exploring languages and cultures opens many doors to exciting opportunities, from travel and career prospects, to making connections and building self-confidence. You may also have the opportunity to study Arab and Islamic Studies, Art History and Visual Culture, Turkish and Persian, subject to availability.
*No prior experience or proficiency in any languages is required! This subject strand is suitable for both beginners and advanced students
| Day | Date | Time | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Session 1 | TBC | January 2024 | TBC | Streatham campus, Exeter |
| Session 2 | TBC | February 2024 | TBC | Streatham campus, Exeter |
| Session 3 | TBC | February 2024 | TBC | Streatham campus, Exeter |
| Session 4 | TBC | TBC | TBC | Streatham campus, Exeter |
| Session 5 | TBC | TBC | TBC | Streatham campus, Exeter |
| Session 6 | TBC | TBC | TBC | Streatham campus, Exeter |
Activity Locations
All subject activity sessions will take place on the University of Exeter Streatham campus in Exeter, Devon
In today’s interconnected world, the ability to communicate in more than one language is hugely beneficial – it offers the potential for exciting opportunities, from travel, to connecting with other people, to building self-confidence. It opens many doors as languages are highly sought after by employers, giving you an edge in the job market for a range of careers. Languages and cultures are interconnected and engaging in a variety of cultures will broaden your horizons, developing your skills in critical thinking, communication, empathy, analysis, intercultural understanding, openness and adaptability.
On this dynamic and diverse subject strand, you will take part in language and/or culture taster sessions led by enthusiastic expert researchers across the departments. Alongside languages, you will engage in past and contemporary cultural issues and may explore areas such as politics, society, identity, film, visual media, history, food, literature, etc. in addition to finding out more about our Study/Work Abroad programme and Language Centre. You will interact with current students and find out about their personal experiences studying at university and you will be supported by staff and student ambassadors who will offer guidance and be available to discuss any queries you may have.
NOTE: No prior experience or proficiency in any languages is required! This subject strand is suitable for both beginners and advanced students, and is ideal not only if you’re considering applying for a language-based degree, but equally if you’re thinking of studying a language alongside a different subject as a Combined Honours degree, e.g. English and French, Politics and Spanish, etc. or Flexible Combined Honours degree, e.g. Mathematics and Italian, Economics and Chinese (Mandarin), etc.
This subject activity strand has contributions from the following departments:
- The Department of Languages, Cultures, and Visual Studies
- The Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies
There are no specific entry requirements for this subject activity strand. No prior experience of a language is required.
In order to pass the programme, you must attend a minimum of 5 out of 6 subject activity sessions, as well as the Exeter Scholars Student Conference.
