French and Spanish Language (with a year abroad) (Hons)

Overview

Combine the study of French and Spanish with investigations into the nature of language itself. Spend a year abroad studying, working or teaching in Spanish and French-speaking countries, consolidating your language skills.

You'll be taught in French and Spanish, so you'll become confident using your languages as a means of communication, and for critical thinking. You'll gain an understanding of French and Spanish culture and societies which will underpin your abilities as a high-level communicator in both languages.

Your communication skills will be complemented by investigations into the science and structure of language through a range of linguistics modules. 

Careers and skills

Effective communication, critical thinking and project management skills are central to most careers. The study of French and Spanish Language (with a year abroad) (Hons) course from University of York equips you with these skills and others, which translate readily into any work context.

Our graduates have an excellent record of pursuing fulfilling paths after graduation.

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Apart from your knowledge of linguistics, you will leave with the confidence and skills that come from successfully completing a demanding course and participating fully in university life.

• Hear former students talking about the skills acquired in their degree and how they use them in their current career.

There are specialist careers that lead directly from your degree, after additional postgraduate training, including: clinical linguistics (speech and language therapy), forensic linguistics (forensic speech science), teaching (primary and secondary) teaching English as a foreign language, academic research and higher/further education.

Career opportunities

• marketing and communications
• publishing
• broadcasting and journalism
• local government and public service
• business, finance and accountancy
• teaching
• translation and interpreting
• IT and software development