The school is responsible for language teaching throughout the university. It has a portfolio of language degrees at BA and MA levels and provides the language component of courses in business, leisure management, engineering, environmental studies, nursing and information technology. French, Dutch, German, Spanish, Italian, Russian and EFL are taught and the approach is one of active communication.
Research focuses on applied linguistics and the exploitation of media.
The school is also a provider of short courses and tailor made courses for companies and agencies both at home and overseas. Another option is a year abroad in your target country. Full, part-time and sandwich modes are available. Particular emphasis is on language training for the business community.