This course allows you to study Chinese, Japanese, Korean or Russian and while no previous knowledge of your chosen language is required, post A Level routes in Japanese are also offered. You will cover your chosen language in-depth and will study the Asia Pacific region in a global and historical context, learning about this dynamic region’s cultural, economic and political relationships. Optional modules will also allow you to study International Business, Global Politics, History and Intercultural Communication. By the time you graduate, you’ll have the knowledge and language skills required to work across the whole of the Asia Pacific region.
Language and Global Studies - School of Humanities, Language and Global Studies
Studying languages and global studies at UCLan opens a world of opportunities. We’ll help you develop excellent communication skills in your target language, and give you a thorough understanding of the wider social, cultural and political context of the regions where it is spoken. An advanced command of one or more languages sets you apart from the crowd. Combine this with related topics - in business, politics, social and cultural studies, English language or English literature as well as teaching English - and your career horizons are broadened considerably. We also offer Foundation Entry routes to our degree courses, for students who don’t have the appropriate entry requirements to start an Honours Degree. Foundation Entry provides an excellent introduction, helping you to gain the knowledge, study skills and confidence to really succeed throughout the rest of your course. The additional study year is an integral part of your degree.
Do not underestimate the value of languages. It is a skill which sets you apart from the thousands of jobseekers worldwide. If you have the opportunity to move and work in a foreign country - do it.
LANGUAGES TO STUDY ALONGSIDE YOUR DEGREE THROUGH THE WORLDWISE LEARNING CENTRE
FIRST AND ONLY INSITUTE OF KOREAN STUDIES OUTSIDE LONDON
STUDENTS HAVE VISITED CHINA WITH HELP FROM THE CONFUCiUS INSTITUTE
ASIA STUDIES at UCLan are 2nd in the North West for Teaching Quality - National Student Survey 2019
Highlights of our Language and Global Studies Courses

CHINA STUDIES
Our Confucius Institute will assist with your study of China. It is a partnership between UCLan, Beijing International Studies and Hanban Universities. So far it has helped over 550 students visit China to study the language and culture.
NEW LANGUAGES
With the support of our Worldwise Learning Centre you can learn a new language. There are 29 modern languages available alongside your main degree study.
INDUSTRY FACILITIES
You may have the chance to access our state-of-the-art conference interpreting suites with industry standard technology to prepare yourself for the world of interpreting and translation.
ACCREDITED
Our English language provision for foreign learners is officially accredited by the British Council.
WORK EXPERIENCE
The Worldwise Centre can help you arrange further work experience, apply for short-term internships and placements or meet industry experts.
INTERNATIONAL STUDY
You will have the opportunity to spend a period abroad, in the country(ies) you are studying, on either a work placement or a study placement. This will enable you to greatly enhance your language skills and improve your confidence when communicating in the language
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WORLDWISE LEARNING CENTRE
LANGUAGE ACADEMY SOCIAL SPACE
I was lucky enough to be exposed to Chinese since the age of 14 and after my GCSEs I knew Chinese was for me. I attended a UCLan open day and was impressed with the language facilities and Chinese learning environment. The Confucius Institute and the wide range of activities it offers throughout the year won me over.
Ellis Lloyd Joseph, BA (Hons) Business Management and Chinese
LANGUAGE AND GLOBAL STUDIES SUCCESSES
Beth Hutchinson
At the end of my second year I was awarded the professional qualification Trinity CertTESOL and also the PTTLS qualification.
Find out moreDr. Sojin Lim
Sojin joined the University in early 2017. Before arriving in Preston she worked for several international aid agencies, including Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) and the Export-Import Bank of Korea.