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What do I develop?
What do I develop?
Language learning helps you develop strong cognitive skills, such as a better concept understanding, mental flexibility, multitasking, listening skills and problem-solving, in addition to improving social interaction and encouraging you to connect with your peers.
How is this relevant to my future?
How is this relevant to my future?
Learning a language allows you to think the unthinkable. It allows you to think, feel, speak, listen, read and write in new ways you never thought possible. You learn new things about yourselves. You develop an understanding and learn about other cultures which has always been an important part of language learning.
Where could Languages take me?
Where could Languages take me?
charities administrator
commissioning editor
consultant
human resources officer
interpreter
investment analyst
journalist
logistics/distribution manager
management accountant
marketing manager (social media)
public relations officer
secondary school teacher
solicitor
tourism officer
tourist information manager
translator
This could be you!
This could be you!
An aptitude for languages need not define what you do in your career. Spare a thought for the following famous people, who all studied languages:
JK Rowling – studied at the University of Exeter, where she was later awarded an honorary degree for her contribution to children’s literature.
Paula Radcliffe – the long-distance runner has a degree in modern European studies from Loughborough University.
Julia Donaldson – studied drama and French at the University of Bristol before writing award-winning children’s books such as The Gruffalo.
Huw Edwards – the presenter of BBC News at Ten studied French at Cardiff University.
Fiona Bruce – the newsreader and TV presenter read French and Italian at the University of Oxford.
Useful links
Useful links
What next?
What next?
If you are interested in finding out more about potential Careers in Science-related subjects, either request a Careers appointment or speak to your Careers Champions, Miss Sautron.
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