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Learning a language to Study Abroad

There can be many benefits when you challenge yourself to learn a new language!

  • Enhance your employability
  • Boost your brain power
  • Connect with other cultures
  • Travel with confidence
  • Increased earning potential

Interested to find out more? You will find our current language opportunities below.

  • Mandarin

    Mandarin HSK1 (Chinese Proficiency Test Level 1)

    The programme is made up of fifteen lessons, each 2 hours long, that will run between 29 November and 1 May (Christmas and Easter breaks). You will learn the vocabulary and grammatical constructs to communicate basic ideas in Mandarin Chinese and build a solid foundation for future levels. This face-to-face course will:

    • Introduce you to Mandarin Chinese, including pinyin phonetics and Chinese character writing
    • Help you learn basic vocabulary grammar to help you complete the most essential tasks in Mandarin Chinese
    • Get you started with reading and writing text in Chinese characters

    After you finish this course, you will be well prepared to take the HSK 1 test and to potentially take part in a linguistic and cultural programme in China next summer!

    • Who is eligible?: UG/PG (part-time or full-time)
    • Duration: 15 weeks, with 2-hour classes
    • Programme Dates: 6 December 2023 -  8 May 2024, each Wednesday afternoon (except Christmas and Easter holidays)
    • Programme Time:
      • Belfast campus : 4.30pm to 6.30pm
      • Derry~Londonderry Campus:  2.15pm to 4.15pm
    • Exam Date: May 2024 - to be confirmed by the Confucius Institute
    • Location: Belfast and Derry~Londonderry only
    • Cost: Course: £40; Exam £20
    • Application deadline: Thursday 30 November

    Apply for the Mandarin HSK1 course

  • French

    Beginner's French

    Calling all French language enthusiasts - whether you excelled in school, conquered Duolingo, or self-taught, join our vibrant class to elevate your fluency!

    • Who is eligible? UG/PG (part-time or full-time)
    • Duration: 6 weeks, with 1.5 hour classes
    • Programme Details:
      • Coleraine Campus, Ulster University
        • 31 January - 13 March every Wednesday - 4.00 - 5.30pm
      • Belfast Metropolitan College, Millfield campus
        • 1 February  - 14 March every Thursday, with the exception of 15 Feb for half-term - 6.30 - 8.00pm
    • Cost: £40
    • Application deadline: Monday 15 January 2024
  • Spanish

    Beginner's Spanish

    Calling all Spanish language enthusiasts - whether you excelled in school, conquered Duolingo, or self-taught, join our vibrant class to elevate your fluency!

    • Who is eligible? UG/PG (part-time or full-time)
    • Duration: 6 weeks, with 1.5 hour classes
    • Programme Details:
      • North West Regional College - Derry~Londonderry Campus
        • 31 January - 6 March every Wednesday - 4.30 - 6.00pm
      • Belfast Metropolitan College, Millfield campus
        • 31 January  - 13 March every Wednesday  with the exception of 14 Feb for half-term - 5.00pm - 6.30pm
    • Cost: £40
    • Application deadline: Monday 15th January 2024

    Apply for the Spanish Beginner's course

Free Language Resources

There are online resources available for you to try learning a language for free such as, Duolingo or Mondly.