In this global, digital age, the ability to share information with multiple audiences around the world is extremely powerful. Through language we can transmit knowledge, and share stories with people from all corners of the globe. Our BA Journalism and Language Studies allow you to expand your multimedia skills whilst developing fluency in new languages.

Through the modern languages component of this course, you have the opportunity to choose from French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish as a main language and Mandarin Chinese as optional language. This is intertwined with the practical journalism aspect of this course where you develop your skills in using multi-media channels such as radio, television and online media and deepen your knowledge of journalism on an international scale You have the flexibility to choose the areas of the subject that most interest you and to explore global cultures alongside the native language. Topics which you will be able to study include:

World Cinema

Production Skills

Translation

International Journalism

Up to two languages of your choice from the range we offer

As a student at one of the UK's leading social science institutions, you are uniquely placed to acquire a deep understanding of the world you report on. You will join our Department of Languages and Linguistics and our Department of Literature, Film and Theatre Studies where you will be part of our diverse community of students from all corners of the globe

Your future

Studying languages allows you to grow your ability of additional languages to a high level of proficiency so that you can communicate with people from all around the world. This combined with the practical journalism elements of the course, mean that our graduates are equipped to embark on a wide range of career paths.

You compile an impressive portfolio of published work and complete a detailed multimedia project in your final year, allowing you to offer real evidence of your range and capabilities to future employers. You also develop knowledge of a specialist subject – such as business, culture, politics, international affairs or sport – giving you a head start if you want to pursue a career in one of those areas.

You become a multi-skilled and multilingual story-teller both in English and the MFL that you take to Proficiency level, familiar with production techniques in television, radio, online and newspaper journalism, and with the option to gain advanced skills in specific areas in your final year.