Linguistics with Languages and Cultures (Spanish) University of York

Overview

During your Linguistics with Languages and Cultures (Spanish) degree delivered at the University of York  you'll study modules in Spanish languages, cultures, and linguistics, and may have the option to study elective modules from our wide range of language programmes.

Quick Facts:

• Develop your modern language proficiency. You'll be taught in the language you’re learning, with a focus on society, politics and culture. Guided by our supportive staff, many of whom are native speakers, you’ll rapidly develop your fluency and knowledge. If you choose a language as a beginner (ab initio), you’ll be amazed how you progress. 

• Learn the science behind how we communicate. In linguistics, you’ll engage with language on a conceptual level and analyse linguistic data. You’ll have options to explore syntax, semantics, phonetics, phonology, sociolinguistics and more, with academics who are leading researchers with a genuine passion for their subjects.

• Explore specialist labs and facilities. Depending on the modules you choose, you’ll learn in dedicated spaces, including our e-lab. We’re also home to a premium multilingual interpreting and translation suite.

• Enhance your experience with a year abroad. We also offer a four-year Spanish and Linguistics degree with a year abroad. On the year abroad, you’ll study at one of our partner universities, or take a work placement or internship. Your plans will be supported by our year abroad coordinators.

• Your language modules will explore the rich society and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries, and you'll be taught almost exclusively in Spanish. These modules will develop the transcultural and linguistic knowledge you'll need to become a high-level communicator. You'll engage with languages and cultures from a transnational view, allowing a deeper reflection on the values and attitudes of different cultural identities and backgrounds.

• Your linguistics modules will help you understand the nature of language itself: how it is structured, how it has evolved, and how we use and understand it within our society. These modules will enable you to think critically and approach your studies from an analytical point of view.

• In your second and final years, you can tailor your degree to your interests. In the final year, you can choose from a range of advanced Spanish modules designed to consolidate your critical skills through in-depth research and analysis. Many final-year linguistics modules offer you the opportunity to focus on Spanish languages as the topic of research.