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Language Studies (T21) at Open University - UCAS

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Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: The Open University

Language Studies (T21)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Open University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

This certificate offers a flexible introduction to the study of languages, introduces you to key concepts in language learning, and develops your study skills. You can choose French, German and Spanish at beginners and intermediate levels, or you can increase your knowledge and skills in using English for academic study. By the end of the course, you’ll have moved well beyond the basics in at least one of your chosen languages. Key features of the course

  • Develops you into an independent user (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages level B1) of at least one modern language
  • Introduces you to the cultures that use your chosen languages
  • Extends your competence in intercultural communication
  • Builds a solid foundation for studying languages at more advanced levels

Modules

This certificate has one stage, comprising three or four modules. Your choice of first module depends on if you intend to combine English language studies with a modern language or study two modern languages. You’ll choose your remaining credits from a range of language modules. You can begin your language study at beginners or intermediate level depending on your current proficiency.

How to apply

To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

There are no qualification requirements for this course.

There’s a choice of starting points in your chosen modern language(s) – your choice will depend on your current level of confidence and proficiency. See our guidance on choosing the right modern language level, which includes a self-assessment quiz to help you decide between beginners’ or intermediate French, German and Spanish.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

http://www.open.ac.uk/courses/languages/certificates/certificate-of-higher-education-in-language-studies-t21#entry-requirements

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

2025/2026 academic year fees are not yet available.
Language Studies (T21) at Open University - UCAS