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Santander announces volunteer competition for Cardiff undergraduates

27 May 2015

Santander Universities, through Hispanic Studies at Cardiff University, has announced a fantastic competition to win £500, which is open to Cardiff undergraduates

UK-first ‘Languages for All’ University scheme enrols 2,500 in first year

21 May 2015

More than 2,500 non-language students at Cardiff University have learned a new language completely free of charge in the past year as part of a flagship scheme designed to increase international student mobility.

"Study in Europe? I'd do it again in a heartbeat!’ says student as Cardiff’s European work placements double in 5 years

8 May 2015

The number of Cardiff University students taking work placements across Europe has more than doubled in five years.

Confucius Institute launches children’s guide to Chinese Culture

23 April 2015

An international audience, including representatives from Welsh Government, Cardiff University and the British Council, gathered in Cardiff on Monday to launch a new book for children which celebrates Chinese culture.

Cardiff University students gain access to new interactive Language Hub

9 April 2015

This March, Senghennydd Library hosted the launch of an exciting new Languages Hub open to all students who are learning a language at Cardiff University.

School of Modern Languages welcomes French Ambassador

27 March 2015

The School of Modern Languages was honoured to host a visit to Cardiff University by the French Ambassador to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Her Excellency Sylvie Bermann on 16 March 2015.

Final year student makes Language Undergraduate of the Year shortlist

18 March 2015

Alice Reilly reached the final stage of the Languages Undergraduate of the Year competition.

Dr Christopher Hood discusses new book ‘Japan: The Basics’

16 March 2015

Dr Christopher Hood’s book Japan: The Basics has been a mainstay on the charts of Amazon Japan for weeks. We spoke to Dr Hood, Reader in Japanese Studies at the School of Modern Languages to find out more about his latest book.