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University-wide language programme (UWLP)


This is for you if

  • you realise that speaking just your own language is no longer enough!
  • you want to operate effectively, even just at a basic level, in a second or third language
  • you want to improve your chances of employment
  • you want to prepare for an international career
  • you were good at a language at school and want to carry on studying it
  • you never got the chance to study another language, or it wasn't your best subject at school
  • you want to combine practical language skills with the study of your main subject specialism
  • you are thinking of studying or working abroad as part of your programme of study

 

What language can I study ?

  • French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin Chinese or Japanese at various stages, depending on your previous experience in the language.

What will I get ?

  • The chance to take a language option for 1, 2 or 3 years (depending on your programme of study)
  • A modular course, fully integrated into your degree or HND studies
  • The opportunity to earn 20 credits each year (on selected Undergraduate courses) or enhance your Postgraduate Research studies
  • 2 hours of tuition a week over 2 semesters
  • A further hour each week of directed self study in our Language Resource Centre
  • Assessment based on coursework

 

What next ?

  • When you enrol on your programme of study, tell your home School that you want to take a language option and they should have all the information for you
  • For further information, please contact us - we'll be happy to advise. Or why not come and visit us?
  • If you have any questions, our Frequently Asked Questions page may help
  • If your chosen programme of study doesn't offer the opportunity to study a language, why not consider our Languages for All programme?

 

Registration

To register for 2011/12, complete the online registration form. If you have any questions please contact us on languages-uwlp@salford.ac.uk

 

Contact

University-wide Language Programme
Room 827, 8th Floor, Maxwell Building
University of Salford
M5 4WT Salford, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (0)161 295 31 43 (with 24 hour voicemail) | Fax: +44 (0)161 295 5335
Email Enquiries : languages-uwlp@salford.ac.uk