OverviewHighly flexible programme which allows you to structure your studies around your interests or follow a specific career-orientated pathway.Choose from Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.Study one, two or three languages from Beginners level or post A-level.Develop practical competency, employability skills and intercultural awarenessOption to spend your third year studying or working abroad in a country where you can develop your chosen languageEngage with the culture of the societies where your language is spoken, choosing from options on linguistics, history, politics, literature, philosophy, gender studies, visual culture and film.Broaden your horizons by taking modules in other languages, including Japanese, Korean, British Sign Language or Arabic, or even in TESOL and other disciplines such as Business or International Relations. Study/Work Abroad in Year 3 A pivotal part of all Modern Language programmes is the International Placement, either studying at one of our prestigious partner universities, teaching on a British Council placement, or working in other employment. By immersing yourself in the culture you study, you will not only enhance your language skills, but cultivate:strong intercultural understandingimproved communication skillsthe ability to think and study in different waysresilience and confidenceanalytical skills and the ability to make cross-cultural comparisonsadaptability, independence and valuable life experienceDuring your International Placement, you will still be registered as an Exeter student and therefore supported in several ways. You will retain your personal tutor and be expected to keep in contact with them. You will also have the support of the Exeter Global Opportunities team for advice on any matter.