Study Language & Asia Pacific Studies at University

Develop your communication skills in the language of your choice. Delve into the culture and history of your chosen language and expand your knowledge of world events.

You’ll learn how to be a confident communicator in your chosen language and get to grips with a range of business topics, from marketing to management, on specific courses. With integrated placements throughout these programmes, not to mention a semester abroad, you’ll have the chance to put both your business knowledge and language skills to the test while building valuable experience. 

Learn within a truly international environment and immerse yourself in different cultures. Our experienced team of language scholars includes 20 different nationalities.

We’re home to the only Institute of Korean Studies outside London, together with the Northern England Policy Centre for the Asia Pacific, the Northern Institute of Taiwan Studies and the Centre for Austronesian Studies.

Why study with us

Work or study abroad for a period to enhance your language skills, improve your confidence and experience a different culture.
Develop the language skills and knowledge you’ll need to succeed in global business, including interpreting.
Make the most of our Worldwise Learning Centre, with free access to Rosetta Stone for your guided study time

Sound interesting?

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My year abroad in Madrid was amazing! I made so many friends from all over the world and my Spanish improved a lot.

Isabelle Strong

BA (Hons) English Language and Linguistics (with Spanish)
United Kingdom

Being a second language learner myself has reinforced the use of the communicative approach. Innovation and creativity can be demonstrated in the materials development that Maria has been involved with all these years. Having a reflective practitioner perspective has enabled her to show a sympathetic approach to the students’ way of learning by mainly focussing on how to enhance classroom dynamics through one-to-one, pair or group work, encouraging the active participation of students in a positive learning environment.

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What can I do with a degree in languages?

You could enter a variety of occupations after studying a language course. Our graduates work for local governments, in international business, consultancy, translation/interpreting, or worldwide teaching.

A degree in language could lead to a career as a:

Interpreter
Translator
Policy Officer
Political Risk Analyst
Civil Service Fast Streamer
Diplomatic Service Officer

Worldwise Learning Centre

Linguistics Laboratory

Student Centre

The Library (Preston Campus)

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