There are career opportunities for linguists in commerce, industry, government departments, tourism, teaching and other fields. However, many people study languages purely for interest and to enhance their visits abroad. To enter the programme, you should normally have an A-level or equivalent in a modern language or other evidence of linguistic ability. Enquiries from mature students with other qualifications and experience are welcome. Credit will be given for qualifications or appropriate experience matching part of the course.
Advice is available for all applicants.
No residence abroad is required for the Certificate or Diploma, but it is required for the BA degrees to help you improve your overall language competence and to enable you to do research for your dissertation. If you have already lived abroad in the relevant country then you may be granted some exemption from the full requirement, but normally 4 weeks' residence is required to do research. As a part-time student you may take up to 5 modules each year. You will have your own programme with advice on your choice of modules. Extensive materials, including videos, are available in the Library.