What you'll study
With a range of languages from beginner to advanced, there is an ideal course for you.
Stages
Our language classes are divided into Stages. Stage one is designed for real beginners whilst stage six and seven are for advanced learners. Check out the entry requirements to determine which stage is most appropriate for you. Some languages are available across levels in terms of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
See which CEFR levels are taught at each ULP stage and find out more about CEFR.
Awards
If you study the language as a supplementary or external student, you will be awarded a certificate for each language stage you pass.
If your language module counts towards your degree, the credit points will be added automatically to your transcript.
This is awarded to supplementary or external students who successfully complete either three stages (stages one to five), or two stages from stage one to five and one year-long course (stages six or seven). This can be progression in the same language or a combination of different languages. For example, German stages one, two and three or French stage one, Spanish stage one and Mandarin stage one.
This is awarded to supplementary or external students who have successfully completed three stages with at least two stages at stage six and / or seven. This can be progression in the same language or a combination of different languages. For example, German stages five, six and seven, or Spanish stage five and six and French stage six.
How you'll learn
Your language study is designed in a flexible and blended learning mode which consists of taught sessions and guided self-study.
You will take part in two hours of weekly class contact time and will need to complete an additional two to four hours per week guided self-study. Details are provided on our online workspace, NOW.
Your regular and continuous engagement with all learning opportunities is critical to your success.
Assessments
Assessments will take place in class during University term time. To progress onto the next stage of your chosen language you must complete and pass all the assessments on the previous stage.