Languages, Linguistics and Cultures University College Dublin

Overview

The Languages, Linguistics and Cultures programme from University College Dublin takes a holistic approach to language by fostering linguistics, alongside literary and cultural approaches. Students can choose from Irish, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Latin and Ancient Greek. Modules are available in Portuguese and Welsh.

What Will I Study

• This programme focuses on specific oral and written language skills and critical intercultural and interdisciplinary skills. The programme allows students to explore modern and ancient languages and cultures. 
• Learning activities critically explore communicative practices and students will engage with a variety of approaches to language including approaches based on literary, linguistic, historic and cultural studies. The programme fosters a wide range of transferable skills, including active communications skills, academic writing, speaking and presentation skills, projectwork and critical analysis skills.

Career & Graduate Study Opportunities

This programme prepares students for a variety of career paths, including: careers in education, media, translation, public service, cultural institutions, research, editing and publishing, and a wide range of private sector employment opportunities that require intercultural competences. With regard to the Irish language, one of the main aspects of this programme is to address the status of Irish as a modern working language in the European Union.