The focus of our German and Spanish Language programme is on developing effective communication skills in the two languages. If what you love about learning a language is the opening it gives you into the life and culture of another society, and you want to be able to contribute to any conversation you encounter in a professional and culturally appropriate way, then York is the place for you. The degree includes linguistics—the scientific study of how language works, and a year abroad. There is considerable flexibility in how much German, Spanish and linguistics you take over the four years. By the end of the course, you will be equipped for a range of professional roles that call for linguistic and cultural competence. German and Spanish In line with our focus on communication, you will be taught mainly in your target languages, in groups of no more than 12 students. We aim to encourage not only fluency but also the ability to discuss complex ideas in a coherent manner. Modules explore the society and culture of German-speaking and Spanish-speaking societies, in order to equip you with the background knowledge to function as a high-level communicator in both languages. On your year abroad, which can be spent in one or both of your language areas, you will gain valuable experience and considerably enhance your language skills.

translation and interpreting clinical linguistics (Speech and Language Therapy) teaching (primary and secondary) academic research and higher/further education forensic linguistics (Forensic Speech Science).