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About our language modules at Warwick
Whether you study just one language, or two or three, we offer modules that take an intercultural approach to themes ranging from philosophy to politics, translation to literature.
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Modules
We offer the same core modules for Year One and Two in all undergraduate chemistry courses. In Years Three and Four, you will have flexibility to choose optional modules to complement your studies.
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French modules
First-Year Modules (all 30 credits)
FR121 The Story of Modern France (Core module for most degrees involving French)
Intermediate-Year Modules
CORE MODULE
FR201 Modern French Language II (30 credits)
FR202 Modern French Language 2 (Postbeginners) (30 credits)
INTERMEDIATE-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
Final-Year Modules
CORE MODULE
FINAL-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
FR3xx Screens, Streets and Selves: Culture and Transformation of France in the Long 1960s
FR3yy Violence, Religion and Revolt in Renaissance France
FR346 Occupation: Everyday life in Vichy France 1940-1944
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"My favourite module so far has been The Far Right in France, because it mixed my love for History and French in a really interesting way. I got to study a whole aspect of French politics that I hadn’t really seen before, and the chance to use French language sources was really exciting!"
Stephen, Fourth Year French and History Student
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German modules
First-Year Modules (all 30 credits)
Intermediate-Year Modules
CORE MODULE
GE201 Modern German Language 2 (30 credits)
GE203 Modern German Language 2 (Post-beginners) (30 credits)
INTERMEDIATE-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
Final-Year Modules
CORE MODULE
GE401 Modern German Language 3 (30 credits)
FINAL-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
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“Learning German from beginner’s level at Warwick is undeniably intense but it has been massively enjoyable throughout. You can really see your progress from day one. The department offers a wide range of modules on German history, literature, visual culture and society which have really helped me to understand today’s Germany better.”
Joe, Fourth Year French and German Student
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Hispanic modules
First-Year Modules (all 30 credits)
Intermediate-Year Modules
CORE MODULES
HP201 Modern Spanish Language II (30 credits)
HP202 Modern Spanish Language 2 (Post Beginners) (30 credits)
INTERMEDIATE-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
Final-Year Modules
CORE MODULE
HP301 Modern Spanish Language III (30 credits)
FINAL-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
Erasmus students module
HP209 Spanish and English translation (15 credits)
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“My favourite Hispanic Studies module is Nature and Modernity in Latin America. Through this module I got to study the history of Latin America, its economic and political situation as well as touching on philosophy and anthropology and ecology. I then got the chance to combine all of these new skills to analyse artwork, films and literature."
Annie, Fourth Year Hispanic Studies and German Student
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Italian modules
First Year Modules (all 30 credits)
Intermediate and Final Year Modules
CORE LANGUAGE MODULES
IT201 Modern Italian Language II (30 credits)
IT301 Modern Italian Language III (30 credits)
IT401 Modern Italian Language IV (30 credits)
INTERMEDIATE AND FINAL YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES RUNNING IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 Credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 Credits)
IT316 Present Futures: Questions of Marginality in Contemporary Italy
LANGUAGE MODULES FOR VISITING STUDENTS
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“My highlight was in the Second Year when I took part in a collaborative Italian theatre and translation project. I worked with a mixed group of students, some learning Italian as a foreign language, and native Italian students at Warwick on Erasmus. We translated a short story from a novel into a play, which we then performed to a small audience. The people I worked with became great friends – when I was on Year Abroad in Italy, I went to see them.”
Emma, Fourth Year French and Italian Student
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Translation and Transcultural modules
FIRST-YEAR MODULES IN 2026-27
LN102 Translation: Methods and Practice (30 credits)
INTERMEDIATE-YEAR MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
FINAL-YEAR MODULES IN 2026-27
Two Term Modules (30 credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 credits)
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SMLC Cross-school modules
FIRST-YEAR MODULES
Two Term Module (30 Credits)
INTERMEDIATE-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Term 1 Modules (15 Credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 Credits)
FINAL-YEAR OPTIONAL MODULES IN 2026-27
Two Term Modules (30 Credits)
Term 1 Modules (15 Credits)
Term 2 Modules (15 Credits)
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Teaching and learning
We employ a variety of teaching styles within the School of Modern Languages including:
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Written and spoken language classes in small groups
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3-6 month academic/industrial placement (MChem)
Timing
You can take a placement in industry or at an overseas university between April and September in Year 3.
Funding
Further information about overseas placements is available through Student Opportunity.
Assessment
You will submit a project report about your placement at the end of Year 3. Your supervisor at your host university or industry will also write a report assessing your attendance and commitment.
This counts for 25% of the academic year, and towards your final degree result.
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12-month industrial placement with integrated distance learning (MChem)
Timing
This replaces your third year of study. It helps you to develop a range of interactive skills, as well as professional experience in an industrial environment.
Assessment
You will study a core module in inorganic, organic and physical chemistry by distance learning during the placement.
You will complete project work during the placement. You will be assessed by a written literature review, and an oral presentation, followed by an interview at the end of Year 3.
Your industrial supervisor will write a report assessing your attendance, enthusiasm and commitment.
Your grade is worth 75% of the year, which counts towards your final degree result, and the words ‘with Industrial Placement’ will be added to your degree title.
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12-month intercalated year (BSc/MChem)
You can work for a company, institution, or organisation related to Chemistry, allowing you to gain professional experience, without formally counting towards the final degree result.
The words ‘with Intercalated Year’ are added to the degree title.
Placement opportunities are available as advertised by UK/worldwide industry.
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