Modern Languages and English BA at Royal Holloway, University of London

This Joint Honours module will deepen your understanding of English literature and give you the opportunity to gain fluency in the language of your choice: French, German, Italian or Spanish. In the language side of your degree, whether you start at beginners’ or advanced level, you will study the core language components for the language you have chosen, gaining skills in writing, reading, speaking and listening. All our teaching is led by native speakers.

Department: Modern Languages  |  Duration: 4 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Year 1: Critical Analysis for Linguists; French Ab Initio Written I, French Ab Initio Oral I, French Advanced Written I, French Advanced Oral I, German Ab Initio Written I and others; Year 3: Year Abroad; Year 4: Pratique du Français III.

Career pathways

Choosing a joint honours degree which combines modern languages and English gives you the best of both worlds through an increased skillset and access to a wide variety of employment opportunities. As a modern linguist you will have excellent communication, analytical and research skills combined with the proven ability to communicate fluently, alongside practical skills such as translation and interpretation.

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