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Diploma of Higher Education - DipHE
Distance Learning
Flexible
Oct 2026
2 Year
Languages connect people, ideas and cultures, and this diploma will equip you to communicate in different languages, develop your cultural understanding, and explore the structure and use of language in different contexts. Starting with a broad grounding in the study of language, you’ll study either two modern languages – choosing from French, German and Spanish – or combine one with English. By the end of your studies, you’ll be able to engage successfully in a variety of linguistic environments – opening doors to other cultures and communities and exciting career opportunities.
Key features of the course- Develops you into an independent user (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages level B2) of at least one modern language - Develops knowledge of the cultures that use your chosen languages - Extends your competence in intercultural communication - Allows you to understand how language is structured and used in different contexts
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