Languages and Global Cultures

About this programme

Unlock opportunities, think globally, and embrace your passion for languages. You’ll graduate with expertise in two or more languages, in-depth cultural knowledge and practical experience. These are powerful assets in our complex multilingual world. Combined with the strong collaboration, communication and leadership skills you’ll develop on this course, you’re sure to stand out to employers on the world stage. Choose up to four languages. From Chinese, French, German and Spanish at all levels, and Italian at beginners/intermediate level. Studying Languages and Global Cultures at Lancaster gives you the flexibility to choose up to four languages at various levels. You can choose to study Chinese, French, German and Spanish at all levels and Italian at beginners/intermediate level. Modelled on the Common European Framework of Reference for languages and HSK proficiency levels, this course allows you to follow a progressional ladder on an internationally recognised scale, ensuring you become a multi-lingual graduate in at least two languages. This programme offers an innovative, flexible and global approach to modern languages and cultures. You will explore the past, present, and future of global cultures, analysing major global issues and activating your languages and cultural knowledge to shape responses to these challenges. Alongside language development, you will study topics such as the climate emergency, global health crises, human rights, and community engagement. You will learn how these topics intersect with issues of race, gender, sexuality, disability, and bel