French and Russian - BA (Hons)

Unlock key language skills for use in a wide range of international fields including diplomacy, business and more. Engage with diverse literary, philosophical, and historical traditions from Europe and beyond. Increase your language skills in two different language families – Romance and Slavic – a cognitive challenge which will enhance your problem-solving skills and global perspective. Experience a new approach to language learning with our CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) teaching method - study topics of cultural significance in French and Russian, designed and delivered by expert researchers. Learn in a vibrant city that is culturally, ethnically and religiously diverse. Join our language and culture-based societies to further enhance your skills and contribute to the student-led Linguist Magazine. Enjoy focused academic contact – We pride ourselves on competitive contact hours. These take place in small groups, encouraging active language learning through engagement with cultural material. You’ll be assessed in different ways to suit each module. At the start of a module, you’ll be told how and when you’ll be assessed. Methods will vary but may include coursework (e.g., essays), group or individual presentations and projects, exams, reports or computer-based assignments.