Modern Languages (French and German) and Linguistics University of Southampton

Overview

Course Details

This Modern Languages (French and German) and Linguistics course offered by the University of Southampton will give you an advanced knowledge of contemporary English, its development, systems and use around the world. You'll learn analytical, research and personal skills relevant to a range of careers.

• applied linguistics
• psycholinguistics
• sociolinguistics
• language teaching

In your final year, you’ll write a dissertation specialising in an area that interests you. This will use the skills you developed over the rest of the course.

As part of this course you can:

• take part in writing workshops at Nuffield Southampton Theatres
• access a unique collection of rare books at the Chawton House Library
• explore experimental writing with our Entropics events

This course will give you training and expertise that are of special interest to many employers. It provides the knowledge and skills to follow a wide range of careers.

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of this course, you can choose from a wide variety of employment options. Many graduates go on to further study.

You'll develop many skills, including:

• gathering and interpreting information
• working with and leading teams
• understanding and adapting to different cultures

Previous graduates have gone on to careers including:

• translation
• interpreting
• teaching
• marketing
• publishing
• international development
• advertising, film and television