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Spain

Humanities

Translation & Languages

BA Modern Languages

4 years

€3962 pa

Programme profile


The principal objective of this programme is to develop in students a high level of communicative competence in two foreign languages, as well as foster an in-depth knowledge base of the respective cultures and their socio-economic and historical backgrounds.

Another priority of the degree is the development of a strong ethical and human value based perspective so as to further ensure optimal opportunities in the labour market. The Degree offers two specialisations:

- Language and international communication
- Foreign language teaching and learning

The programme includes a strong emphasis on international work placements during the programme.

Programme content


In addition to Langauge Modules, the programme includes modules in areas such as:

- Culture And Civilisation Of English Speaking Countries
- Spanish Civilisation and Culture
- Latin-American Civilisation and Culture
- Cultural identities in Europe
- Europe through Art
- Ethics and Theology 
- Literature and Film
- Contemporary German Society/EconomY/Geopolitics
- Contemporary French Society/EconomY/Geopolitics
- International and Intercultural Communication
- Foreign Language Teaching Methodology

Entry Requirements


Three A-Levels and Three GCSEs

Six passes at Leaving Certificate, inc 2 x H5

No

Yes

Yes

A good level of Spanish not required at entry, but preferred.

15 June

31 July

Spanish language not an entry requirement but basic competence recommended