All courses are free to students who are currently registered on an existing degree.<\/p>\n
Learning a new language has a ton of positive benefits. We\u2019ve outlined our top 8 below.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll make you smarter (no, really!)<\/strong><\/h3>\nAccording to a British Academy<\/a> funded project, there\u2019s substantial evidence to suggest that learning a new language increases your academic achievement and creativity in language use. The project claims that \u201caround 90% of studies looking at the effect learning a language has on achievement in other subjects [\u2026] report a positive impact, across English language learning, literacy, maths and science\u201d.<\/p>\nThere is also evidence to suggest that learning a new language improves your memory and critical thinking skills, enhances ability to focus and improves listening abilities.<\/p>\n
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It\u2019ll set you apart in the job market<\/strong><\/h3>\nHaving language skills can make you stand out and increase your career options. The demand for bilingual professionals is on the rise, and employers are often looking for candidates who are able to communicate with clients overseas. Give your career journey a boost with a new language!<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll help you become a global citizen<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\nPart of being a global citizen is learning how to be part of an interconnected world. Connecting with other languages and cultures will deepen your cultural intelligence (CQ) and enable you to thrive in a range of different cultural contexts.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll broaden your horizons<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a language is all about getting out of your comfort zone, both figuratively and literally. A deep engagement with a particular culture could lead to a trip \u2013 or even a job \u2013 overseas. And, as a speaker of a local language, you\u2019ll be better equipped to interact abroad, engaging more fully with the people and the place you\u2019re visiting.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll make new friends<\/strong><\/h3>\nYou\u2019ll have lots of opportunities to meet new people as a part of your learning journey, whether it\u2019s at a taster session as a beginner or later on a trip abroad. Expand your social circle and make international friends with your new language skills.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll boost your confidence<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language is a great way to build your self-confidence because it\u2019s a highly social activity. Interacting with others is a huge part of your learning. As your language skills grow, so will your confidence as you learn how to converse more fluently.<\/p>\n
And imagine the sense of achievement you\u2019ll get from speaking to others in a new language.<\/p>\n
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You\u2019ll be more than a tourist<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs a tourist, you only get to see a very small part of a culture. As a language learner, you\u2019ll be able to engage more deeply with a place, speaking with the locals, finding out about hidden gems and avoiding the tourist traps.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll get better at understanding your first language<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language necessitates that you get to grips with the building blocks and rules of your first language, such as verbs, nouns and adjectives. You\u2019ll gain a greater appreciation for the relationships between words and the quirks and nuances that make your first language unique.<\/p>\n
Plus you\u2019re likely to build your vocabulary along the way too!<\/p>\n
Interested in learning a new language? <\/strong><\/h3>\nTry one of the taster sessions taking place this week.<\/p>\n
The sessions take place on Wednesday 15 March<\/strong> and are suitable for beginners who would like a taster of languages. Previous experience is not required.<\/p>\nAt the session, you will:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop an introductory understanding of the habits and cultures of your chosen language<\/li>\n
- Learn about key traditions<\/li>\n
- Find out how to pronounce a range of simple words<\/li>\n
- Participate in some basic, everyday conversation<\/li>\n
- Learn how to introduce yourself<\/li>\n
- Learn how to say hello and goodbye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sessions on offer include:<\/p>\n
\n- Russian\/Ukrainian<\/a> \u2013 1-2pm<\/li>\n
- Arabic<\/a> \u2013 2-3pm<\/li>\n
- Mandarin<\/a> \u2013 3-4pm<\/li>\n
- Japanese<\/a> \u2013 4-5pm<\/li>\n
- Spanish\/Italian<\/a> \u2013 5-6pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
All events are available both in-person and online.<\/p>\n
Why not broaden your horizon, build your social circle and improve your employability skills with a taster session? Book your place on Target Connect<\/a>.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
There is also evidence to suggest that learning a new language improves your memory and critical thinking skills, enhances ability to focus and improves listening abilities.<\/p>\n
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It\u2019ll set you apart in the job market<\/strong><\/h3>\nHaving language skills can make you stand out and increase your career options. The demand for bilingual professionals is on the rise, and employers are often looking for candidates who are able to communicate with clients overseas. Give your career journey a boost with a new language!<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll help you become a global citizen<\/a><\/strong><\/h3>\nPart of being a global citizen is learning how to be part of an interconnected world. Connecting with other languages and cultures will deepen your cultural intelligence (CQ) and enable you to thrive in a range of different cultural contexts.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll broaden your horizons<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a language is all about getting out of your comfort zone, both figuratively and literally. A deep engagement with a particular culture could lead to a trip \u2013 or even a job \u2013 overseas. And, as a speaker of a local language, you\u2019ll be better equipped to interact abroad, engaging more fully with the people and the place you\u2019re visiting.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll make new friends<\/strong><\/h3>\nYou\u2019ll have lots of opportunities to meet new people as a part of your learning journey, whether it\u2019s at a taster session as a beginner or later on a trip abroad. Expand your social circle and make international friends with your new language skills.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll boost your confidence<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language is a great way to build your self-confidence because it\u2019s a highly social activity. Interacting with others is a huge part of your learning. As your language skills grow, so will your confidence as you learn how to converse more fluently.<\/p>\n
And imagine the sense of achievement you\u2019ll get from speaking to others in a new language.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll be more than a tourist<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs a tourist, you only get to see a very small part of a culture. As a language learner, you\u2019ll be able to engage more deeply with a place, speaking with the locals, finding out about hidden gems and avoiding the tourist traps.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll get better at understanding your first language<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language necessitates that you get to grips with the building blocks and rules of your first language, such as verbs, nouns and adjectives. You\u2019ll gain a greater appreciation for the relationships between words and the quirks and nuances that make your first language unique.<\/p>\n
Plus you\u2019re likely to build your vocabulary along the way too!<\/p>\n
Interested in learning a new language? <\/strong><\/h3>\nTry one of the taster sessions taking place this week.<\/p>\n
The sessions take place on Wednesday 15 March<\/strong> and are suitable for beginners who would like a taster of languages. Previous experience is not required.<\/p>\nAt the session, you will:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop an introductory understanding of the habits and cultures of your chosen language<\/li>\n
- Learn about key traditions<\/li>\n
- Find out how to pronounce a range of simple words<\/li>\n
- Participate in some basic, everyday conversation<\/li>\n
- Learn how to introduce yourself<\/li>\n
- Learn how to say hello and goodbye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sessions on offer include:<\/p>\n
\n- Russian\/Ukrainian<\/a> \u2013 1-2pm<\/li>\n
- Arabic<\/a> \u2013 2-3pm<\/li>\n
- Mandarin<\/a> \u2013 3-4pm<\/li>\n
- Japanese<\/a> \u2013 4-5pm<\/li>\n
- Spanish\/Italian<\/a> \u2013 5-6pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
All events are available both in-person and online.<\/p>\n
Why not broaden your horizon, build your social circle and improve your employability skills with a taster session? Book your place on Target Connect<\/a>.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Part of being a global citizen is learning how to be part of an interconnected world. Connecting with other languages and cultures will deepen your cultural intelligence (CQ) and enable you to thrive in a range of different cultural contexts.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll broaden your horizons<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a language is all about getting out of your comfort zone, both figuratively and literally. A deep engagement with a particular culture could lead to a trip \u2013 or even a job \u2013 overseas. And, as a speaker of a local language, you\u2019ll be better equipped to interact abroad, engaging more fully with the people and the place you\u2019re visiting.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll make new friends<\/strong><\/h3>\nYou\u2019ll have lots of opportunities to meet new people as a part of your learning journey, whether it\u2019s at a taster session as a beginner or later on a trip abroad. Expand your social circle and make international friends with your new language skills.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll boost your confidence<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language is a great way to build your self-confidence because it\u2019s a highly social activity. Interacting with others is a huge part of your learning. As your language skills grow, so will your confidence as you learn how to converse more fluently.<\/p>\n
And imagine the sense of achievement you\u2019ll get from speaking to others in a new language.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll be more than a tourist<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs a tourist, you only get to see a very small part of a culture. As a language learner, you\u2019ll be able to engage more deeply with a place, speaking with the locals, finding out about hidden gems and avoiding the tourist traps.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll get better at understanding your first language<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language necessitates that you get to grips with the building blocks and rules of your first language, such as verbs, nouns and adjectives. You\u2019ll gain a greater appreciation for the relationships between words and the quirks and nuances that make your first language unique.<\/p>\n
Plus you\u2019re likely to build your vocabulary along the way too!<\/p>\n
Interested in learning a new language? <\/strong><\/h3>\nTry one of the taster sessions taking place this week.<\/p>\n
The sessions take place on Wednesday 15 March<\/strong> and are suitable for beginners who would like a taster of languages. Previous experience is not required.<\/p>\nAt the session, you will:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop an introductory understanding of the habits and cultures of your chosen language<\/li>\n
- Learn about key traditions<\/li>\n
- Find out how to pronounce a range of simple words<\/li>\n
- Participate in some basic, everyday conversation<\/li>\n
- Learn how to introduce yourself<\/li>\n
- Learn how to say hello and goodbye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sessions on offer include:<\/p>\n
\n- Russian\/Ukrainian<\/a> \u2013 1-2pm<\/li>\n
- Arabic<\/a> \u2013 2-3pm<\/li>\n
- Mandarin<\/a> \u2013 3-4pm<\/li>\n
- Japanese<\/a> \u2013 4-5pm<\/li>\n
- Spanish\/Italian<\/a> \u2013 5-6pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
All events are available both in-person and online.<\/p>\n
Why not broaden your horizon, build your social circle and improve your employability skills with a taster session? Book your place on Target Connect<\/a>.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
You\u2019ll have lots of opportunities to meet new people as a part of your learning journey, whether it\u2019s at a taster session as a beginner or later on a trip abroad. Expand your social circle and make international friends with your new language skills.<\/p>\n
It\u2019ll boost your confidence<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language is a great way to build your self-confidence because it\u2019s a highly social activity. Interacting with others is a huge part of your learning. As your language skills grow, so will your confidence as you learn how to converse more fluently.<\/p>\n
And imagine the sense of achievement you\u2019ll get from speaking to others in a new language.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll be more than a tourist<\/strong><\/h3>\nAs a tourist, you only get to see a very small part of a culture. As a language learner, you\u2019ll be able to engage more deeply with a place, speaking with the locals, finding out about hidden gems and avoiding the tourist traps.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll get better at understanding your first language<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language necessitates that you get to grips with the building blocks and rules of your first language, such as verbs, nouns and adjectives. You\u2019ll gain a greater appreciation for the relationships between words and the quirks and nuances that make your first language unique.<\/p>\n
Plus you\u2019re likely to build your vocabulary along the way too!<\/p>\n
Interested in learning a new language? <\/strong><\/h3>\nTry one of the taster sessions taking place this week.<\/p>\n
The sessions take place on Wednesday 15 March<\/strong> and are suitable for beginners who would like a taster of languages. Previous experience is not required.<\/p>\nAt the session, you will:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop an introductory understanding of the habits and cultures of your chosen language<\/li>\n
- Learn about key traditions<\/li>\n
- Find out how to pronounce a range of simple words<\/li>\n
- Participate in some basic, everyday conversation<\/li>\n
- Learn how to introduce yourself<\/li>\n
- Learn how to say hello and goodbye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sessions on offer include:<\/p>\n
\n- Russian\/Ukrainian<\/a> \u2013 1-2pm<\/li>\n
- Arabic<\/a> \u2013 2-3pm<\/li>\n
- Mandarin<\/a> \u2013 3-4pm<\/li>\n
- Japanese<\/a> \u2013 4-5pm<\/li>\n
- Spanish\/Italian<\/a> \u2013 5-6pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
All events are available both in-person and online.<\/p>\n
Why not broaden your horizon, build your social circle and improve your employability skills with a taster session? Book your place on Target Connect<\/a>.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
<\/p>\nAs a tourist, you only get to see a very small part of a culture. As a language learner, you\u2019ll be able to engage more deeply with a place, speaking with the locals, finding out about hidden gems and avoiding the tourist traps.<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll get better at understanding your first language<\/strong><\/h3>\nLearning a new language necessitates that you get to grips with the building blocks and rules of your first language, such as verbs, nouns and adjectives. You\u2019ll gain a greater appreciation for the relationships between words and the quirks and nuances that make your first language unique.<\/p>\n
Plus you\u2019re likely to build your vocabulary along the way too!<\/p>\n
Interested in learning a new language? <\/strong><\/h3>\nTry one of the taster sessions taking place this week.<\/p>\n
The sessions take place on Wednesday 15 March<\/strong> and are suitable for beginners who would like a taster of languages. Previous experience is not required.<\/p>\nAt the session, you will:<\/p>\n
\n- Develop an introductory understanding of the habits and cultures of your chosen language<\/li>\n
- Learn about key traditions<\/li>\n
- Find out how to pronounce a range of simple words<\/li>\n
- Participate in some basic, everyday conversation<\/li>\n
- Learn how to introduce yourself<\/li>\n
- Learn how to say hello and goodbye<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sessions on offer include:<\/p>\n
\n- Russian\/Ukrainian<\/a> \u2013 1-2pm<\/li>\n
- Arabic<\/a> \u2013 2-3pm<\/li>\n
- Mandarin<\/a> \u2013 3-4pm<\/li>\n
- Japanese<\/a> \u2013 4-5pm<\/li>\n
- Spanish\/Italian<\/a> \u2013 5-6pm<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
All events are available both in-person and online.<\/p>\n
Why not broaden your horizon, build your social circle and improve your employability skills with a taster session? Book your place on Target Connect<\/a>.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Try one of the taster sessions taking place this week.<\/p>\n
The sessions take place on Wednesday 15 March<\/strong> and are suitable for beginners who would like a taster of languages. Previous experience is not required.<\/p>\n At the session, you will:<\/p>\n Sessions on offer include:<\/p>\n All events are available both in-person and online.<\/p>\n Why not broaden your horizon, build your social circle and improve your employability skills with a taster session? Book your place on Target Connect<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n
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