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School of Modern Languages

Cardiff University boasts one of the largest and most dynamic modern languages schools in the UK.

The Routes into Languages Cymru toolkit includes international language superheroes as mascots.

Primary schools poised for new language toolkits

A free language toolkit to support primary schools navigate the introduction of the New Curriculum for Wales has been launched by Routes into Languages Cymru.

Undergraduate

We offer an impressive range of degree courses for those with an active interest in language and culture.

Postgraduate taught

We offer a specialist Masters programme which offers training in the theory and practice of translation.

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Research at the School of Modern Languages

Our research community of academics and scholars are committed to producing world-class research.

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International students

Find out how we support for our international students.

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Year abroad

Immerse yourself in another language and culture with a year abroad.

Right quote

"I strongly recommend Cardiff, not only because of the School’s reputation, but also the countless chances it provides to participate in cultural exchanges."

Guojiao Lis, MA Translation Studies

News

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Academic internationally recognised for her work promoting multilingualism

26 May 2023

Professor Claire Gorrara awarded Chevalier dans l’Ordre National du Mérite

Language Toolkit for primary schools officially launched

24 May 2023

Cardiff University students participate in prestigious literary event

19 May 2023

Languages for All

18 January 2023

REF 2021

Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results

REF assesses the quality of research in UK higher education institutions. The impact of our research and environment in which we work at Cardiff University were integral to our REF 2021 submission.