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

Course Details - 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.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

Deadline are not listed for this Course. This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

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Institution code: O11

Campus Name: Distance Learning

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements


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

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

2022/2023 academic year fees are not yet available.

Provider information

Student Recruitment Team
PO Box 197
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Milton Keynes
MK7 6BJ

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