Dunster School of Languages
Language Skills for Global Success at the School of Languages
What is Language Studies?
Language Studies is an academic field focused on the study of languages. It includes studying the structure, development, cultural impact, and practical use of a particular language. It involves linguistics, literature, translation, communication, and cultural studies.
Language Studies can be broad, examining multiple languages and general linguistic principles, or specialized, focusing on a specific language or language family.
Key Areas of Language Studies
- Linguistics: This is the scientific study of language, focusing on understanding the fundamental aspects of language, such as syntax, phonetics, semantics, morphology, and pragmatics.
- Applied Linguistics: Applied linguistics is useful in fields like language education, communication, and cross-cultural interaction. It focuses on practical applications of language study, such as language teaching, translation, and interpretation.
- Translation and Interpretation: Teaches the skills and theory behind translating written texts or interpreting spoken language from one language to another. Students learn how to convey meaning accurately across languages keeping in mind the cultural and contextual differences.
- Language Acquisition and Teaching: This area is especially relevant for those students who are interested in becoming language teachers or developing language learning materials.
Careers in Language Studies
- Translation and interpretation
- Teaching
- Media and communications
- International relations
- Publishing and Editing
- Linguistic research
Who Can Apply?
Language Studies is ideal for anyone passionate about languages, cultural exchange, linguistics, and communication.
International Students: Many universities welcome international students who want to pursue Language Studies.
Professionals: Professionals such as teachers, translators, interpreters, writers, and editors can apply to specialized programs in Language Studies
Keen interest in language: People with a keen interest in language, literature, or cultural studies can take up Language Studies programs.
Lifelong Learners: Language Studies programs, especially short courses or diplomas, are available for adult learners who want to change careers or explore new areas of interest.