Certificate in Languages
Language & Literature
A course by
University of Auckland
Study one or two foreign languages and broaden your horizons and skill set with the Certificate in Languages. Flexible, part-time study can be taken alone or alongside any degree.
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop skills in one or more foreign languages
Achieve competency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding at least one foreign language, with at least two courses above introductory level.
Gain in-depth cultural understanding
Increase global awareness and cultural insight through the study of language as it relates to literature, history, and society.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Languages (CertLang) enables you to study one or two foreign languages, broadening your horizons and skill set in a flexible, part-time programme. You can enrol as a stand-alone student or take it alongside any degree. Available to both beginners and those with language experience, CertLang enhances your cultural understanding and global awareness, and can complement interests in a range of fields such as art history, literature, history, film, music, international relations, politics, linguistics, and international business. The programme includes four courses (60 points total), at least two of which are above Stage I, and covers a wide array of language options. Graduates gain language skills useful for teaching, business, the media, tourism, and further study.
Course Content
- Choice of one or two foreign languages from: Chinese, Cook Islands Māori, Egyptian (Ancient History), French, German, Greek (Ancient), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Māori, Samoan, Spanish, Tongan
- Total of four 15-point language courses (60 points)
- At least two courses above Stage I level
- Assessment of language competency at enrolment for proper course placement
- Option to cross-credit language courses towards other programmes (such as General Education)
- Study of language in the context of culture, literature, history, film, music, international relations, politics, and business
What you need to know first
Meet the University’s Academic English Language Requirement
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Language teacher (after also attaining a teaching qualification)Business and trade roles requiring foreign language competenceMedia and communicationsTourismTeaching Years 7–10 in New Zealand schools (with additional teaching qualification)
