Benefits of continuing languages into Senior Cycle and studying languages as an element of an undergraduate degree
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Tuesday, December 5, 2023 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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Tuesday, December 5, 2023 10:00 AM 1:00 PM
Europe/London Benefits of continuing languages into Senior Cycle and studying languages as an element of an undergraduate degree - University of Limerick - UL
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The School of Modern Languages and Applied Linguistics (MLAL) would like to invite you to join us on the UL Campus to learn more about the benefits of continuing languages into Senior Cycle and studying languages as a core, or elective, element of an undergraduate degree. You will also be able to find out more about what studying languages at UL is really like and the opportunities that open up for students with language skills after graduation. This event is kindly funded by Languages Connect and is free for you to attend.
Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023
Time: 10.00-13.00 (including lunch)
Place: LC1016 (Languages Building, UL)
PROGRAMME
9.45-10.00
Arrival
10.00-11.30
Welcome : Professor Jean Conacher (MLAL) & Catherine Jeanneau (Coordinator, Language Learning Hub)
Why continue with languages into Senior Cycle and beyond? Studying languages as a core or optional element of a UL degree (Jean Conacher)
What is it like studying languages? (Testimonies from current and past students)
What can graduates do with languages?: Enhanced career opportunities with languages (Patsy Ryan, Careers Advisor, Cooperative Education and Careers Division)
Q&A Session (although we welcome questions throughout!)
11.30-12.00
Tour of the Language Learning Hub facilities/Campus Tour
12.00-13.00
LUNCH
REGISTRATION: please register here to attend by Thursday, 30 November. (20 spaces available on a first come, first served basis)
QUERIES: If you have any queries, please contact: [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you at UL on 5 December!