Modules

Students choose whether to study one language, two languages or three languages, with our provision currently covering French, German and Spanish. Within the Languages for All Programme, students can take French, German, Spanish, Italian, Mandarin, or Arabic from beginner level.
ONE LANGUAGE OPTION Students with no qualifications in their chosen language take beginner level language modules. Students with a A-level or equivalent in their chosen language take advanced level language modules. Students take culture, teaching and/or translation modules regardless of their level.
TWO LANGUAGES OPTION Students can study two languages at advanced level if they have an A-level or equivalent in both languages. Otherwise, students study one language at advanced level and one language at beginner level. Students cannot study two languages at beginner level. Students take culture, teaching and/or translation modules regardless of their level.
THREE LANGUAGES OPTION Students who choose three languages study two languages at advanced level – they need to have an A-level or equivalent in both languages. Students cannot study two languages at beginner level. The third language would be taken at beginner level.
Module options include but are not limited to:
Year 1 Language-specific modules in French, German, and Spanish, including language specific cultural and linguistic topics;
(Translation pathway): Concepts in Translation; Grammar and Meaning
(Teaching pathway): Modern Languages: Introduction to Language Teaching
(Culture pathway): Modern European Fiction; Modern European Film
Year 2 Language-specific modules in French, German and Spanish, including language specific cultural and linguistic topics;
(Translation): Computer-Assisted Translation Tools, Translation Workshops in French, German, and Spanish
(Teaching): Teaching Modern Languages to Young Learners
(Culture): Conflict in European Film
Year 3
Language-specific modules in French, German and Spanish, including language specific cultural and linguistic topics;
(Translation): Terminology Management, Translation Workshops in French, German, and Spanish;
(Teaching) Modern Languages Classroom Practice
(Culture): From Page to Screen: Adapting the European Classics; Modern Languages Dissertation.

Assessment methods

Assessment of the Modern Languages programme is underpinned by Swansea University Assessment Policies and Swansea University's current Learning and Teaching strategy, i.e. 'ensuring all teaching and assessment is inclusive, accessible to all students and that inclusivity is embedded within programmes of study and learner support'. All students will be provided with detailed information regarding assessment and reassessment within module handbooks, programme handbook and College handbook on our Virtual Learning Platform, Canvas. Comprehensive assessment guidelines and marking criteria, including marking grids, for all assessments will be available via Canvas. The assessments are linked to the overall programme aims and to the learning outcomes for each module. A range of assessment methods will be used to assess knowledge, intellectual skills, practical skills and transferable skills across all levels. These include, but are not limited to short written work, essays, research reports, reflections, presentations, research proposals, portfolios, written and oral examinations. These multiple forms of assessment will be used to meet the diverse learning styles and previous educational experiences of students. Students will receive written feedback for all summative assessments followed by verbal clarification (individual/group) as required. In addition, students will receive feedback on formative assessment and class time will be set aside for exam preparation and feedback. The programme team will provide feedback within a three week period as per University policy and students will be encouraged to access and read their feedback. In addition, assessment submission and exam dates will be staggered allowing students to benefit from feedback in advance of the next submission. All students will have access to the College assessment timetable via Canvas. Assessment of the Study Abroad placement learning activity will be the responsibility of the partner university / British Council for EFL teaching placement / work placement or volunteering opportunity provider. The Year Abroad Coordinator team will work closely with external partners to obtain and identify any positive or negative feedback. The module convenor will work with the Disability Office and the programme director to ensure that individual needs are met. The College will make reasonable adjustments and/or develop alternative arrangements for assessment in conjunction with the student.

Extra funding

Home Fee £9,000.00 Overseas Fee £14,250.00

Source of student funding: Student Fees; Financial Support available to 'Home' students via Student Loans from Student Finance Wales and the Student Loan Company. No statutory funding available to international students.