Bachelor of Modern Languages
Bachelor of Modern Languages
The Bachelor of Modern Languages enables students with a particular interest in world languages and cultures to study two languages in depth. Students achieve a high competency in the four macro skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing, while acquiring a range of transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Bachelor of Modern Languages enables students with a particular interest in world languages and cultures to study two languages in depth. Students achieve a high competency in the four macro skills of reading, listening, speaking, and writing, while acquiring a range of transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
Choose from Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, and Spanish. All languages are available to absolute beginners. Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian and Japanese also have higher entry points depending on prior study or background knowledge.
It is also possible to combine the Bachelor of Modern Languages with another degree, such as the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours), Philosophy (Honours), Science, Arts or Business.
You’ll learn to
understand how culturally specific social structures affect interpersonal communication, and determine how to apply this knowledge to your own
demonstrate knowledge of the basic structures and patterns of words, sentences, and conversations in the target language(s) and in your first
demonstrate knowledge of key aspects of the history, society, and culture of countries where the language(s) studied is/are spoken
demonstrate competence in a set of transferable skills, including (but not limited to) digital literacy, information management, research skills, critical thinking, and oral and written communication
Why study Modern Languages at UWA?
Gain a competitive advantage in almost any field (both internationally and in Australia) through knowledge of a language other than English.
Have the opportunity to participate in an exchange program at leading universities.
Get to know students from a wide range of disciplines and work closely with supportive tutors in interactive, engaging language classes.
Career Pathways
With a Bachelor of Modern Language, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to work in a range of areas and organisations.
Potential career paths include:
Cultural interpreter
Translator
Diplomat
Foreign affairs and trade officer
Journalist
Linguist
Teacher
Further Study
Further study will allow you to gain a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). It will open up opportunities in academia and research to help you pursue your goals in a wide range of careers, depending on your area of research.
You may also be interested in:
Master of Translational Studies
Juris Doctor
REQUIREMENTS
Entry requirements may vary from country to country. Students are required to complete an international academic qualification equivalent to Australian High School (or equivalent).
English language requirements:
IELTS (academic): Overall minimum score of 6.5, no band lower than 6.0
TOEFL Internet-based TOEFL (iBT): an overall score of 82 or above with a minimum score of 22 in writing, 18 in reading, 20 in speaking and 20 in listening
Pearsons Test of English (PTE) (academic): An overall score of 64 with a minimum score of 59 in the speaking and writing sections, and no less than 54 in the other sections
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a proud member of the Group of Eight and is the only university in Western Australia to be ranked in the world top 100 universities (QS World University Rankings 2023).UWA’s main campus is located in Perth, Western Australia and is home to more than 23,000 students. Perth is Australia’s fourth-largest city with over two million people from a variety of cultures worldwide, a strong economy and vibrant lifestyle. Perth is one of the country’s most affordable cities, the closest major Australian city to Asia, and in the same time zone as most of Asia.
