Cert HE Culture and Language (French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese) at Birkbeck, University of London

This part-time introductory course enables you to study a language - French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish, Korean or Mandarin Chinese- to intermediate or advanced level, while also exploring the culture, history and society of the countries associated with it. If you work in an international or multicultural setting, by the end of our Culture and Language Certificate of Higher Education you will feel much more confident about your linguistic ability and your understanding of the cultures associated with the language of your choice. For French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish there are three pathways, so you can start at beginner, intermediate or upper intermediate level, depending on your existing knowledge and experience.

Duration: Two years part-time  |  Study mode: part-time  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Graduates can pursue careers in international organisations and businesses, education, research or editing. Possible professions include: translator, magazine/newspaper journalist, editorial assistant, primary/secondary school teacher.

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