Modern Languages Studies

Highlights

Our flexible degree programme lets you focus on one language - either French or Spanish - or broaden your skills by studying both. Learn about history and culture in the societies where your language is spoken without spending a year aboard. Close-knit, supportive learning community with easy access to lecturers.

Opportunities to mentor pupils aged 12-14 in local schools and join our active student-run LangSoc. We cater for those beginning a language from scratch, as well as more advanced learners. You’ll study in a bilingual and multilingual environment.

Course overview

Develop skills in one or two languages and gain an advanced understanding of how they are used in a range of professional contexts with this three-year Modern Languages Studies BA (Hons) at Bangor University. Choose from Spanish or French - you can study a language as a complete beginner or boost your proficiency in a language you have a prior knowledge of. Through a flexible range of modules, you will gain up-to-date knowledge of exciting aspects of different cultures and discover other countries’ cinema, literature, history, politics and working practices.

You will also be able to develop your employability by volunteering in language projects with local schools. On this three year Modern Languages degree you can study French or Spanish without spending a year abroad. You'll be taught through small class teaching here at Bangor University, this not only facilitates more opportunities for you practise oral, aural and translation skills, but also makes it easier to ask questions and gain feedback.

Our staff have expertise in translation, film, literature, travel writing, performance, visual cultures, popular culture, socio-political change and transnational cultures. This is reflected in some of the optional module choices available, which broaden your knowledge and enable you to pursue your passions. While our courses are designed to cater for those who have studied one or more languages at A Level, we do offer pathways for those beginning a language from scratch.

So, if you’ve reconsidered after taking your A Levels or decided you want to live and work abroad, we’ll help set your goals in motion. Read more Course options International Experience Year What is the International Experience Year? Take your studies to the next level and graduate with ‘International Experience' in your degree title.

This degree offers an optional additional International Experience Year, giving you the chance to spend a year abroad. Why choose an International Experience Year? Expand your horizons and gain a fresh perspective by living and learning in a different country Boost your career prospects by graduating with international experience and intercultural skills Choose your adventure from a range of exciting destinations and partner universities to find your perfect fit.

Is there language support? If you plan to study in a country where English is not spoken natively, there may be language courses available for you at Bangor and in your host university to improve your language skills. Is the International Experience Year for you?

You'll have the chance to explore the International Experience Year option after starting your course at Bangor. We'll provide all the information you need to make an informed decision. Ready to Explore the World?

Discover more about the International Experience Year option, read about the studying and working abroad options on the Student Exchanges section of our website. Part-Time Study Balancing your personal and professional life while pursuing higher education doesn't have to be a dream. At Bangor University, many of our undergraduate degrees are available part time.

How Does Part-Time Study Work? Part-time students attend the same classes as their full-time peers, but typically with a reduced weekly timetable. This allows you to engage fully in the learning experience, collaborate with fellow students, and access…