Course Details
Course Name
French and Portuguese BA
Level of study
Undergraduate
Study Mode
Fulltime
Duration
4 Years
Start Term
Sept
Country
United Kingdom
City
Cardiff
Course Subject
- Education & Training
Course Fees
Inside EU: 9000
Outside EU: 15080
Universities
Cardiff University
Description
The School of Modern Languages aims to develop and educate its students to become ‘global citizens’. With in-depth study of both French and Portuguese, two major world languages, you will gain a wealth of transferable skills and knowledge beneficial to the world of employment, making you competitive and attractive in an increasingly global workforce and opening the doors to a variety of career paths
France is a major actor on the European and world stage, possessing a rich and sophisticated culture. French is one of the official working languages of the European community and is still a global language of culture and diplomacy.
Portuguese is a language with global importance, from Portugal and Brazil to several countries and regions in Africa and Asia. The British Council has identified Portuguese as one of the most vital languages for the future of the UK in the next 20 years and it is one of the most widely spoken community languages in the UK.
We offer French and Portuguese for both advanced students and beginners. In terms of language acquisition, this course will enable you to develop your writing, oral and aural skills through a range of learning activities, and using a variety of audio-visual materials. In your first year, in addition to your language tuition, an introduction to French and Portuguese history and culture seeks to provide a solid foundation for more specialised studies as you progress through your course.
It is important to remember that studying languages is not just about the language itself. It involves exploring many aspects of a country and its culture, its social structures and institutions, politics, history, literature and cinema. Through the study of such areas you are able to gain a better understanding of both French and Portuguese culture and how it has evolved over the centuries, becoming what it is today.
On completion of this four-year programme, you will have a high level of language proficiency, as well as a critical understanding of key aspects of French and Portuguese history, culture, literature, politics and contemporary society.
Distinctive features
- the option to begin your study at either beginner or advanced level (meaning an A-level in your chosen language may not be required)
- optional modules in film, literature, history of art, politics and history
- emphasis on strengthening reading, writing, oral and aural skills through regular classwork exercises, written work, use of video and audio material, and interaction with native speakers (including Erasmus students hosted by the department)
- core language modules delivered by native speakers
- the chance to spend your third year either studying or working in a country that predominantly operates in your chosen language of study