Studying a Modern Language with Philosophy, Ethics and Religion will equip you with knowledge, language and transferable skills valued by employers in a global workplace. You will develop written (e.g. translation) and oral skills and cultural insights related to the chosen language. You will also gain a solid knowledge in a variety of religious, ethical and philosophical traditions - encompassing both analytical and continental philosophy, and religions of Eastern and Western tradition.

All language modules include written skills (e.g. translation and essay writing) and oral skills taught by a native speaker.

Optional modules available in modern languages allow you to gain insight into the cinema, literature, history, and culture of the country whose language you are studying.

Philosophy, Ethics and Religion will provide you with a range of complementary perspectives on key ideas that have shaped culture and thought, and how such ideas interrelate with religious thought.

There are also extra-curricular activities that will both boost your subject knowledge and allow you to get to know your fellow students. These include cultural and social events organised by student-run societies.

Why choose Bangor University for this course?

• Flexible degree structure to tailor the course to your interests.
• 1st in UK for Student Satisfaction, Philosophy (Complete University Guide 2021).
• Top 10 for German, French and Spanish (Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2020).
• The fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons during a year abroad.

For the Modern Languages element, you will have 3-4 hours of language classes per week plus classes in your modern languages optional modules. Tuition is mainly in small groups and there are few formal lectures. Assessment involves coursework and written and oral examinations

Your classes for Philosophy, Religion and Ethics will involve a mixture of lectures, seminars and tutorials. They will be assessed via methods such as essays, book reviews, case studies, reports, presentations, oral presentation, and written examinations. You will also complete a dissertation as part of your degree, and you will normally have approximately 10-12 hours of classes per week.

Studying a course such as Modern Languages and Philosophy, Ethics and Religion provides you with a range of skills that are relevant to a wide variety of careers. Students with expertise in these fields often go into jobs in fields such as teaching, translating, communication and media. In addition, they also embark upon successful careers in the public sector, marketing and, business. In other words, you will gain a range of skills that are valued highly by employers from a wide variety of different sectors.

Studying Philosophy and Religion with us offers you the opportunity to explore some of the most important and challenging ideas that have shaped Eastern and Western cultures.

'With Foundation Year' options are available for this course. Apply for Modern Languages (with Foundation Year) or History (with Foundation Year).