Nowadays, more and more students start to pursue a degree in modern languages. A modern languages degree is not only related to learning a new language but also understand the cultural context of the countries in which the language is spoken.
Candidates studying a modern languages course will also be given knowledge and experience of the political and historical contexts of a particular region. On top of that, the use of literary texts and media will develop not only their skills but also their perception about learning a different language.
Due to the increased globalisation, there is a high demand for modern languages graduates. The ability to communicate in another language and understand its background is a major advantage.
Modern Language courses are designed to give students transferable skills, which can be applied in all areas of activity. Candidates will have high communication skills, accompanied by data collection and interpreting skills, which are appreciated by employers, regardless of your career choice.
Modern Languages Degrees are four years commitments, out of which one semester or a year should be spent abroad – in a partnered institution. This gives students the opportunity to practice the language they are studying and understand a new culture.
Modern Languages is a degree that can be studied either as a single honour degree or a joint honour degree. This gives students the ability to combine modern language with another course such as politics, literature, history and many others.
I have been doing a Spanish Language course at the University of Vigo. There are many things about the University that fascinate me a lot. The University has many international students coming from different parts of not only the continent but the world to study there. Also, the professors are really nice and helpful. I never felt away from home because everybody here is so warm and welcoming. I definitely recommend people to study here.
The only problem I faced was with travelling. Well, there are adequate bus services to travel to the University from the city since it is 8 km away, but sometimes it becomes hard. The University has two campuses but mine is the one mentioned above and regardless of the hardships, it’s a really beautiful campus with trees and small lakes and definitely a lot of places for students to hang out.