Languages at York
Learning a language is not just about social and personal development, it can be a life-changing experience.
At York, we offer modern languages degrees, postgraduate courses, language electives to include within any degree, and evening courses open to all, allowing you to pursue your language learning journey in the way that suits you best.
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Languages at York
Department of Language and Linguistic Science
University of York, York, YO10 5DD, UK
Modern Languages Degrees
Our modern languages degrees are designed to develop your linguistic and cultural knowledge, enhance your interpersonal and intercultural skills and broaden your understanding of your place in a multilingual world. As part of your degree, you can choose to take up the study of a brand new language (ab initio route) and/or build on your previous study of languages (post-A Level route).
York Language Electives
No matter what degree you are studying, you can learn a language as part of it. Please speak to your department to find out what options are available to you as part of your course.
Studying a language lets you broaden your knowledge, make unique academic connections and boost your employability.
Languages for All
If you are interested in studying a language as an extracurricular activity, you can do so through our Languages for All programme. Our courses are open to students, staff and members of the public as an opportunity to study languages at a more relaxed pace.
Postgraduate courses in Translation and Interpreting
Those looking to pursue a career in the language services industry now have the opportunity to study our specialist MA in Interpreting, Translation and Applied Technologies. Develop professional translation and interpreting skills in our outstanding facilities while future-proofing your career through in-depth understanding of technologies being used in the industry.
Making Russian a part of my degree was not only a fun experience but also provided me with a solid foundation to further my learning in the future. To all prospective students considering studying a new language at York, I wholeheartedly encourage you to take the leap. Whether you’re interested in French literature, eager to explore Mandarin, or intrigued by the beauty of Arabic writing, York has language learning opportunities for everyone.
Cameron, second year Spanish and Linguistics student at the University of York.
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Languages at York
Department of Language and Linguistic Science
University of York, York, YO10 5DD, UK