The School of Languages and Cultures offers undergraduate, honours and postgraduate studies in a range of Asian, European and Pasifika languages, literatures and cultures.
The subjects taught in the School include Asian Studies, Chinese, Classical Studies, French, German, Greek, Italian, Japanese, Latin, Pacific Studies, Samoan Studies, Spanish and Latin American Studies, and Modern Language and Literary Translation Studies.
Bringing language study to life with Dr Yuri Cerqueira dos Anjos
Dr Yuri Cerqueira dos Anjos shares his practical approach to French language learning and the role of culture in language study.
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Take your studies abroad
Going on exchange for a summer, or an entire trimester, will enhance your language skills, and introduce you to new experiences and lifelong friends.
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Limitless career opportunities
A second language opens up job opportunities in business, education, media, tourism, and more – from Wellington to the wide world.
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Discover our diverse community
Introducing our postgraduate students and their fascinating research topics in the School of Languages and Cultures.