International Languages and Cultures Subject regulations
International Languages and Cultures provide students with both cultural knowledge and communication skills in Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean or Spanish. A Major in this field will combine papers in intercultural communication, language and culture. Students are given the option of developing language skills in one or more languages whilst learning about international cultures across the globe.
International Languages and Cultures is available as a first major for the Bachelor of Arts (BA) and the Bachelor of Global Studies (BGS). International Languages and Cultures may also be taken as a second major or minor in other undergraduate degrees, subject to approval of the Division in which the student is enrolled. For students seeking to add a second language alongside their Major language specialisation, Minors in Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean or Spanish are also available.
To complete International Languages and Cultures as a single major for the BA or BGS, students must gain 135 points from papers listed for International Languages and Cultures, including 105 points above 100 level, and 60 points above 200 level. Students must include INTLC102 and 15 points from the 100 level papers listed, INTLC221 or INTLC222 and 30 points from the 200 level papers listed, INTLC304, 15 points from INTLC301, CHINE331, FRNCH331, JAPAN331, KOREA331, SPNSH331 or INTLC380 and 30 points from the 300 level papers listed.
Within the major in International Languages and Cultures, there are four language specialisations:
Chinese French Japanese Korean Spanish
To complete a major in International Languages and Cultures, with a specialisation in either Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean or Spanish students must gain at least 60 points from one of the specialisation lists below:
Chinese: CHINE131, CHINE231, CHINE232, CHINE331, CHINE332, INTLC301 or INTLC303.
French: FRNCH131, FRNCH231, FRNCH232, FRNCH331, FRNCH332, INTLC301 or INTLC317.
Japanese: JAPAN131, JAPAN231, JAPAN232, JAPAN331, JAPAN332, INTLC301 or INTLC303.
Korean: KOREA131, KOREA231, KOREA232, KOREA331, KOREA332, INTLC301 or INTLC303.
Spanish: SPNSH131, SPNSH231, SPNSH232, SPNSH331, SPNSH332, INTLC301 or INTLC312.
To complete International Languages and Cultures as part of a double major for the BA, BGS, or other undergraduate degree, students must gain 120 points from papers listed for International Languages and Cultures, including 90 points above 100 level, and 45 points above 200 level. Students must include INTLC102 and 15 points from the 100 level papers listed, INTLC221 or INTLC222 and 30 points from the 200 level papers listed, INTLC304, 15 points from INTLC301, CHINE331, FRNCH331, JAPAN331, KOREA331, SPNSH331 or INTLC380 and 15 points from the 300 level papers listed.
To complete a minor in International Languages and Cultures, students must complete at least 60 points from the papers listed for International Languages and Cultures, including at least 30 points above 100 level. Students must complete INTLC101 or INTLC102, INTLC304 and 30 points from CHINE or FRNCH or JAPAN or KOREA or SPNSH coded papers.
Note: Students with prior knowledge of the language they wish to specialise in must follow recommendations for entry points in the relevant subject or consult the relevant Programme Convenor before enrolling in language acquisition papers.
Students are encouraged to contact the Division of Arts, Law, Psychology and Social Sciences Office for programme advice.
Other qualifications
Prescriptions for:
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GradCert(IntLang&Culture) and GradDip(IntLang&Culture) A Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma are available to graduates who have not included International Languages and Culture at an advanced level in their first degree.
For further details, contact the Division of Arts, Law, Psychology and Social Sciences Office.
International Languages and Cultures papers
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
CHINE131
Chinese for Beginners
This paper introduces you to the Chinese writing system, pinyin, and tones. You will also learn the basics of greetings and self-introductions in... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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FRNCH131
French for Beginners
Learn the basics of written and spoken French including greetings, family, city life and daily routines. No previous knowledge of French is needed. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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INTLC101
International Languages and Cultures
This paper introduces students to major world cultures and their languages in a comparative context. Students will gain a critical understanding of... |
15 | 25B (Online) & 25G (Online) |
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INTLC102
Communicating Across Global Cultures
This paper introduces core elements of communication across major world cultures, and enables you to acquire basic language skills for everyday... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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JAPAN131
Japanese for Beginners
This paper assumes no previous knowledge of Japanese. It takes an integrated approach to the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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KOREA131
Korean Language for Beginners 1
This language acquisition paper is designed for absolute beginners. Students will acquire basic written and spoken communication skills in Korean. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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SPNSH131
Spanish for Beginners
Learn the basics of written and spoken Spanish including greetings, family, city life and daily routines. No previous knowledge of Spanish is needed. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
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CHINE231
Intermediate Chinese 1
This paper will extend students' communication skills in Chinese across a range of everyday situations, including celebrations, seeking medical... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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CHINE232
Intermediate Chinese 2
This paper will enable you to improve your Chinese communication skills across a range of everyday situations by expanding your understanding of more... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
|
FRNCH231
Intermediate French 1
Take your written and spoken French to the next level. This paper focuses on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing the French... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Secondary School - Unistart) |
|
FRNCH232
Intermediate French 2
This paper is the continuation of FRNCH231. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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INTLC200
Business Culture in Latin America
This paper analyses cultural traits from Latin America and examines how these attributes may impact on business and tourism industries. |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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INTLC221
Understanding East Asia
This paper offers a critical examination of historical traditions and contemporary life in East Asia within a global context. This paper is taught in... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
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INTLC222
Food Practices & Cultural Journeys
Cooking and food is linked intrinsically to history: migration, immigration and colonisation and have all played a part in shaping national and... |
15 | 25A (Online) |
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JAPAN231
Basic Japanese 1
This language acquisition paper is designed as a continuation from JAPAN131, a paper designed for absolute beginners. Students will acquire further... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Secondary School - Unistart) |
|
JAPAN232
Basic Japanese 2
This language acquisition paper follows JAPAN231, a paper designed for learners with a rudimentary knowledge of Japanese. Students will acquire... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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KOREA231
Korean Language 2
This language acquisition paper is designed as a continuation from KOREA131. Students will acquire further basic written and spoken communication... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Online) & 25A (Secondary School - Unistart) |
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KOREA232
Intermediate Korean Language 1
The purpose of this paper is to help students build linguistic skills in Korean at a lower intermediate level and acquire cultural perspectives... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
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KOREA233
Korean Culture and Society Through Film and Drama
This paper explores Korean society and culture through films and dramas, analysing themes such as identity, social change, and historical contexts... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
|
LINGS203
Language, Society and Culture
In this paper, we explore cultural diversity through language. We develop understandings of the way that language both reflects, and is used to... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
|
SPNSH231
Intermediate Spanish 1
Extend your previous knowledge of Spanish to express past and future situations. Topics will include shopping, local places of interest, and... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
|
SPNSH232
Intermediate Spanish 2
Students will extend their language skills, and cover toipcs such as travelling, eating out and wellbeing. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Secondary School - Unistart) |
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
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CHINE306
Reading and Translation Skills: Chinese
This paper is designed primarily for native speakers of Chinese. It is taught bilingually and aims to improve students' bilingual reading skills and... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
|
CHINE331
Advanced Chinese 1
This paper focuses on advanced Chinese language learning and is a continuation of Intermediate Chinese 2. |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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CHINE332
Advanced Chinese 2
This paper focuses on advanced Chinese language learning and is a continuation of Advanced Chinese 1. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
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FRNCH331
Advanced French 1
Use your French in practical contexts. This paper covers work, CV-writing, presentations, travel, accommodation and everyday life in France. |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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FRNCH332
Advanced French 2
Extend your written and spoken French skills through creative writing and discussion of current affairs in France. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
|
INTLC301
Research Methods in International Languages and Cultures
After workshops covering intercultural contexts in research, bibliography, literature reviews, ethics, data collection and editing, students will... |
15 | No occurrences |
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INTLC303
Visual Cultures of East Asia
This paper critically examines key forms of East Asian visual culture, with a focus on film and art, and within a comparative context. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
|
INTLC304
Cultural Identities in the Age of Globalisation
This paper explores the formation of cultural identities and the challenges they face in the age of globalisation through case studies from European... |
15 | 25A (Online) |
|
INTLC312
Visual Cultures of Latin America
This paper offers both a historical and contemporary approach to regional and national identity construction in Latin America. Through a selection of... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
|
INTLC317
French Culture from Versailles to the Revolution
A study of France's literary, social, and historical movements from the Golden Age of Versailles through to the Enlightenment and the Revolution it... |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
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INTLC380
Study Abroad 1
This paper will enable students to undertake appropriate individual study abroad programmes as part of their undergraduate degree. Each study... |
15 | 25G (Block) & 25I (Block) & 25X (Block) |
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JAPAN331
Japanese for Communication 1
This paper focuses on advanced Japanese language learning and is a continuation of JAPAN232. |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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JAPAN332
Japanese for Communication 2
This paper is the continuation of JAPAN331. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
|
KOREA331
Intermediate Korean Language 2
The purpose of this paper is to help students build linguistic skills in Korean at an upper intermediate level for everyday communication with native... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) & 25A (Online) |
|
KOREA332
Advanced Korean Language 1
The purpose of this paper is to help students build advanced linguistic skills in Korean for everyday communication with native Korean speakers. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) & 25B (Online) |
|
SPNSH331
Advanced Spanish 1
This paper is designed to enhance proficiency in Spanish at an advanced level. It will focus on contemporary cultural issues, and historical themes... |
15 | 25A (Hamilton) |
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SPNSH332
Advanced Spanish 2
This paper focuses on advanced Spanish language learning and is a continuation of Advanced Spanish 1. |
15 | 25B (Hamilton) |
| Code and paper title | Points | |
|---|---|---|
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INTLC503
Advanced Studies in the Visual Cultures of East Asia
This advanced paper provides a critical examination of key aspects of East Asian visual culture, with a focus on film and art. Students will develop... |
30 | 25B (Hamilton) |
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CHINE131 Chinese for Beginners
This paper introduces you to the Chinese writing system, pinyin, and tones. You will also learn the basics of greetings and self-introductions in...
Points 15Learn the basics of written and spoken French including greetings, family, city life and daily routines. No previous knowledge of French is needed.
Points 15This paper introduces students to major world cultures and their languages in a comparative context. Students will gain a critical understanding of...
Points 15This paper introduces core elements of communication across major world cultures, and enables you to acquire basic language skills for everyday...
Points 15This paper assumes no previous knowledge of Japanese. It takes an integrated approach to the four skills of reading, writing, listening and speaking.
Points 15This language acquisition paper is designed for absolute beginners. Students will acquire basic written and spoken communication skills in Korean.
Points 15Learn the basics of written and spoken Spanish including greetings, family, city life and daily routines. No previous knowledge of Spanish is needed.
Points 15 -
CHINE231 Intermediate Chinese 1
This paper will extend students' communication skills in Chinese across a range of everyday situations, including celebrations, seeking medical...
Points 15This paper will enable you to improve your Chinese communication skills across a range of everyday situations by expanding your understanding of more...
Points 15Take your written and spoken French to the next level. This paper focuses on the four skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing the French...
Points 15This paper is the continuation of FRNCH231.
Points 15This paper analyses cultural traits from Latin America and examines how these attributes may impact on business and tourism industries.
Points 15This paper offers a critical examination of historical traditions and contemporary life in East Asia within a global context. This paper is taught in...
Points 15Cooking and food is linked intrinsically to history: migration, immigration and colonisation and have all played a part in shaping national and...
Points 15This language acquisition paper is designed as a continuation from JAPAN131, a paper designed for absolute beginners. Students will acquire further...
Points 15This language acquisition paper follows JAPAN231, a paper designed for learners with a rudimentary knowledge of Japanese. Students will acquire...
Points 15This language acquisition paper is designed as a continuation from KOREA131. Students will acquire further basic written and spoken communication...
Points 15The purpose of this paper is to help students build linguistic skills in Korean at a lower intermediate level and acquire cultural perspectives...
Points 15This paper explores Korean society and culture through films and dramas, analysing themes such as identity, social change, and historical contexts...
Points 15In this paper, we explore cultural diversity through language. We develop understandings of the way that language both reflects, and is used to...
Points 15Extend your previous knowledge of Spanish to express past and future situations. Topics will include shopping, local places of interest, and...
Points 15Students will extend their language skills, and cover toipcs such as travelling, eating out and wellbeing.
Points 15 -
CHINE306 Reading and Translation Skills: Chinese
This paper is designed primarily for native speakers of Chinese. It is taught bilingually and aims to improve students' bilingual reading skills and...
Points 15This paper focuses on advanced Chinese language learning and is a continuation of Intermediate Chinese 2.
Points 15This paper focuses on advanced Chinese language learning and is a continuation of Advanced Chinese 1.
Points 15Use your French in practical contexts. This paper covers work, CV-writing, presentations, travel, accommodation and everyday life in France.
Points 15Extend your written and spoken French skills through creative writing and discussion of current affairs in France.
Points 15After workshops covering intercultural contexts in research, bibliography, literature reviews, ethics, data collection and editing, students will...
Points 15This paper critically examines key forms of East Asian visual culture, with a focus on film and art, and within a comparative context.
Points 15This paper explores the formation of cultural identities and the challenges they face in the age of globalisation through case studies from European...
Points 15This paper offers both a historical and contemporary approach to regional and national identity construction in Latin America. Through a selection of...
Points 15A study of France's literary, social, and historical movements from the Golden Age of Versailles through to the Enlightenment and the Revolution it...
Points 15This paper will enable students to undertake appropriate individual study abroad programmes as part of their undergraduate degree. Each study...
Points 15This paper focuses on advanced Japanese language learning and is a continuation of JAPAN232.
Points 15This paper is the continuation of JAPAN331.
Points 15The purpose of this paper is to help students build linguistic skills in Korean at an upper intermediate level for everyday communication with native...
Points 15The purpose of this paper is to help students build advanced linguistic skills in Korean for everyday communication with native Korean speakers.
Points 15This paper is designed to enhance proficiency in Spanish at an advanced level. It will focus on contemporary cultural issues, and historical themes...
Points 15This paper focuses on advanced Spanish language learning and is a continuation of Advanced Spanish 1.
Points 15 -
INTLC503 Advanced Studies in the Visual Cultures of East Asia
This advanced paper provides a critical examination of key aspects of East Asian visual culture, with a focus on film and art. Students will develop...
Points 30
2025 Catalogue of Papers information current as of 20 Apr 2025 01:00am