Our languages
The range and quality of expertise on offer in the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures makes it one of the leading centres for languages in the UK.
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Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies
Our courses attract students from a wide variety of cultural and religious backgrounds.
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Chinese Studies
Gain a deeper understanding of mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong and the larger sinosphere.
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French Studies
Our emphasis on the wider Francophone world is matched by an exciting range of study links for year-abroad students.
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German Studies
German Studies has a rich and renowned heritage and boasts expertise in an unusually broad range of areas.
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Italian Studies
Our teaching and research alike are supported by the world-class Italian holdings of the John Rylands Library.
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Japanese Studies
Japanese Studies offers the opportunity to examine contemporary Japan through its language and culture.
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Russian and East European Studies
Explore the history, culture, politics and more of Russia, the former Soviet Union, Poland and Southeast Europe.
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Spanish, Portuguese and Latin American Studies
Our teaching ranges from the Early Modern period in Spain through 19th century Latin America to the present day.
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