Subjects

Languages and cultures

Dive into languages and cultures with world-class academics. Develop critical skills in communication, translation and business to explore diverse societies, from East Asia to Europe. Our dedicated support will ensure you graduate with the global expertise and confidence to thrive in the professional world.

Undergraduate courses   Postgraduate taught courses  

Undergraduate courses

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Undergraduate

East Asian Studies BA

2026-27 / September start

Studying the culture and society of China, Japan and Korea gives you a unique perspective on the contemporary development of East Asia, its rich history and diverse cultures. This course develops your understanding of contemporary East Asia,…
Undergraduate

Modern Languages and Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

A modern languages and cultures degree at Sheffield is a confident step into the wider world. You'll graduate with skills that are highly valued by employers. You'll learn to communicate fluently and effectively in two modern languages and develop a…
Undergraduate

Music and East Asian Studies BA

2026-27 / September start

Perform, compose and write about music while developing your language skills and understanding of East Asian culture. You'll spend your third year studying in an East Asian country at one of our six partner universities. Music modules span…
Undergraduate

History and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

Develop your language skills and historical awareness while deepening your understanding of cultures and societies in Europe and beyond. Both disciplines involve imagination and empathy - to interpret the traces of the past or other languages…
Undergraduate

English and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

Gain a deep understanding of the relationship between language, literature and culture and how they impact society in Europe and beyond. You will explore poetry, prose, theatre and film in English and other languages as you apply practical skills in…
Undergraduate

Linguistics and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

This combination of linguistics and modern languages and cultures will deepen your understanding of how language and languages work. You’ll study the inner workings of language, whilst at the same time applying this knowledge in your study of either…
Undergraduate

Business Management and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

Combining business management with modern languages and cultures gives your degree a truly global focus. You'll study key areas of business management, such as corporate social responsibility, marketing, operations and supply chain management,…
Undergraduate

Music and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

Study one or two languages, combining the practicalities of learning them with modules that explore their politics, history, literature and culture. In music, you'll cover modules across performance, composition, musicology, ethnomusicology, music…
Undergraduate

Politics and Modern Languages & Cultures BA

2026-27 / September start

By bringing together your study of politics and languages and cultures, you'll deepen your understanding of European culture and world affairs. Examine political issues from different cultural perspectives and set your study of languages and…

Postgraduate taught courses

Postgraduate taught

Applied Linguistics MA

September 2026 start

Share your love of language with some of the most enthusiastic experts in the world. Whether your interest in language and language teaching is professional or academic, this MA provides you with advanced training in the theory and techniques of…

Postgraduate taught

East Asian Business MSc

September 2026 start

Our MSc in East Asian Business combines comparative study of East Asian economic development and East Asian business environments with options focusing individually on China, Japan or Korea.

Postgraduate taught

Politics and Media in East Asia MA

September 2026 start

Focusing on East Asia, learn about how news and current affairs coverage can influence the way we see the world and how countries can influence each other, while setting political agendas.

Postgraduate taught

Translation and Intercultural Studies MA

September 2026 start

Our MA combines specialist translation and localisation with a focus on intercultural awareness and professional competencies, opening doors to diverse careers in translation, media localisation, communication, research, teaching, or management.