Diploma of Languages

The globalisation of the economy and culture means that knowledge of a language is increasingly in demand. Learning a second language will develop and improve your communication skills and give you a greater understanding of a different country and its culture. Studying a language makes you more employable and will prepare you to work in a multicultural and globalised economy.

You will learn to understand and speak a language in social situations, and you will acquire an understanding of the cultural heritage, history and contemporary society of another country. The Diploma in Languages can be studied by itself or concurrently with another UOW degree.

If studied concurrently, you will take one language subject per session, along with the other subjects from your degree. On completion of the program, you will speak and write clearly and accurately in a range of situations.

Areas of study

Chinese (Mandarin) for background speakers, Chinese (Mandarin) for non-background speakers, French, Japanese, Spanish.

Career opportunities

Translation and Interpreting, Diplomatic Services and Foreign Trade, English as a Second Language Teacher (further study usually required), Foreign Aid Worker, Travel and Tourism operator.

Fees and charges

Refer to University of Wollongong current fee information.