**Overview** On this BA (Hons) International Development with Languages degree course, you’ll learn 1 or 2 languages and combine this with the skills, knowledge and experience to make a difference to societies across the globe. You can pick up a language from beginner's level (French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese) or post-A level (French, Spanish). You’ll explore the role and purpose of international development, build your understanding of world affairs, and work towards fluency in your chosen languages. You’ll also have opportunities put your knowledge to work with not-for-profit organisations in developing countries. This course is ideal for a career working in organisations around the globe in roles such as in government, teaching and working with non-government organisations (NGOs). **What you'll experience** On this International Development and Languages degree course, you’ll: - Study multiple disciplines including economics, human geography, politics and international relations - Choose a language from French, Spanish or Chinese (Mandarin) and study it to degree level - Have the chance to study a second language from Italian, German, Arabic, Japanese or British Sign Language - Be taught by staff who are currently doing research in the field, keeping you abreast of latest theories and knowledge - Get experience with an international non-governmental organisation (NGO) during your studies or as part of an optional work placement year - Learn from professionals working in the sector – recent events include a guest lecture from the Senior Strategic Advisor to Oxfam, a study day examining the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo and a visit from an NGO based in Peru - Develop skills in analysis, criticism and argument, communication and problem-solving To make sure your training is of the highest professional standard, we've developed this course with the England Standards Board for Community Development. "I have learnt about the impact a language can have in development and how important it is to be able to communicate locally, especially with community development projects." – Alexander Sykes, BA Hons International Development student **Careers and opportunities** When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in the field. What can you do with an International Development and Languages degree? This course gives you the skills for careers in areas such as: - local, national or international government - teaching, lecturing or research - voluntary organisations and NGOs - advertising, marketing and PR - media - banking and financial services What jobs can you do with an International Development and Languages degree? Our graduates have gone on to roles such as: - politician’s assistant - project manager - public affairs consultant - social researcher - information officer - conference producer - local government administrator You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level. After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

Year 1 Core modules in this year include: - Either General Language 1 & 2 (Beginner) OR General Language 3 (Intermediate) + Language Project - International Development: Academic Enrichment Programme - Introduction To Development Studies: Policy & Practice - Performing Like A Pro: Skills For Academic And Professional Success - The Making Of The Global South There are no optional modules on this year. Year 2 Core modules in this year currently include: - Either General Language 3 & 4 or General Language 4 & Language for Professional Communication - Economics and Politics of Development - Global Environmental Issues and Concerns Optional modules in this year currently include: - Analysing Foreign and Security Policy - Development and Democracy in Latin America - Development Economics - East Asian States and Societies - Empire and its Afterlives - Gender in the Developing World - International Community Development - Introduction to Teaching - Introduction to Translation - Learning From Experience - Modern Foreign Language - Managing Across Cultures - Russian & Eurasian Politics Year abroad In your third year, you'll spend a year in a country where the main language you're studying is spoken. On your year abroad, you can study at a university or organise a work placement, depending on your chosen language. In some cases, you may be able to do a combination of study and work. We'll help you secure a study or work placement that fits your situation and ambitions. You'll get mentoring and support throughout the year. Year 4 Core modules in this year currently include: - International Development: Academic Enrichment Programme - General Language 6 Optional modules in this year currently include: - Africa Revisited: Nation Building and 'State Fragility' in Post-Colonial Africa - China & East Asian Economies - Ethnicity Class & Culture in the Developing World - Global Capitalism: Past, Present and Future - Global Health - Independent project - Interpreting - Learning From Experience - NGOs and Social Movements - Professional Development: Recruiters and Candidates - Rethinking Aid and Development We use the best and most current research and professional practice alongside feedback from our students to make sure course content is relevant to your future career or further studies. Therefore, some course content may change over time to reflect changes in the discipline or industry and some optional module may not run every year. If a module doesn’t run, we’ll let you know as soon as possible and help you choose an alternative module.

You’ll be assessed through: examinations case studies projects presentations book reviews assignments You’ll be able to test your skills and knowledge informally before you do assessments that count towards your final mark. You can get feedback on all practice and formal assessments so you can improve in the future.

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26 January 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.

Course code: LR90

Institution code: P80

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The following entry points are available for this course:

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We welcome applications for advanced entry. If you’d like to apply for advanced entry, you need to select the required year when you complete your UCAS application.

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.0 with no component score below 5.5.
PTE Academic	54.0	An overall score of 54 with a minimum of 51 in each skill.
TOEFL (iBT)	79.0	79 with a minimum of 18 in Reading, 17 in Listening, 20 in Speaking and 17 in Writing.
Cambridge English Advanced		Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Cambridge English Proficiency		Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) taken after January 2015. An overall score of 169 with no component score less than 162.
Trinity ISE		Trinity College Integrated Skills in English (ISE) Level III with a Pass in all 4 components

English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
International	16200.0	Year 1

Students who are resident in EU countries: please note that the net fee is inclusive of the Transition Scholarship Placement Year and Year abroad: UK/Channel Islands and Isle of Man students – £925 | EU – £925 (including Transition Scholarship)| International (Non-EU) – £1,800. Fees are accurate at the time of publishing and are subject to change at any time without notice. Fees may also go up in later years, in line with inflation. For more information about fees, go to port.ac.uk/ug-tuition-fees

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