Course overview
The field of language studies is increasingly important in our interconnected world. The Bachelor of Language Studies at UNE offers you the opportunity to become proficient in two different languages within just three years. You can also focus on a single language and take elective units from across the UNE catalogue, following your interests and designing your own future fit degree. Whether you're passionate about communicating across cultures, pursuing a career in international relations, or wish to enhance your cognitive abilities, this program provides you with the necessary knowledge and expertise to succeed. For more course information, visit UNE's Course Handbook.
Course record
Majors
Chinese (Mandarin); French; German; Indonesian; Italian; Japanese; Spanish.
Minor: Linguistics.
Career Opportunities
Possible career paths for Languages graduates include, but are not limited to:
advertising, marketing and public relations, alternative energies and resource sector, architecture and the built environment, creative industries (e.g. multimedia, music, film, performing arts, journalism), education, international relations and diplomacy, tourism, foreign affairs, intelligence and security, international business and management, translation and editing services.
Entry requirements
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English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 5.5TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 15PTE Academic 50, no band below 42Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 162
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Total students28
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