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More than 50% of the world’s population uses two or more languages every day.
In today’s globalised society, the ability to communicate in other languages can be an invaluable asset to your career.
When you study a language at Griffith, you’ll develop a solid understanding of how it functions and it’s use in society. Immerse yourself in your chosen language through study tours and overseas exchanges— all while refining your skills and expanding your cultural understanding.
If you are quite fluent or continuing a language learnt at school, you can apply for credit for prior learning.
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Study languages at Griffith
The world of communication opens up for you
Language skills can add an important extra dimension to your resume, and our program prepares you for success in an increasingly multilingual global arena. At Griffith, you'll have the opportunity to develop proficiency in the language of your choice. We offer studies in Chinese, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. You can also study French, German, Korean, Indonesian, Modern Greek and Russian through cross-institutional study.
You'll also explore English from a cross-cultural perspective, as well as developing an understanding of the national languages of Southeast Asia such as Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese, Japanese, Filipino and Korean.
Start communicating from your first class
Studying at Griffith is the next best thing to learning in the country of origin. Our award winning lecturers are language experts with years of teaching experience. You'll learn and quickly grow your skills in an interactive, lively classroom setting.
Study trips and exchanges make the world your classroom
Griffith offers flexible and international learning experiences. Short study trips or guided exchange trips will heighten your appreciation of other cultures. You can also spend up to a year studying and travelling in another country, while earning credit through Griffith's Global Mobility program.
Flexible study options
In addition to our languages or arts full degree options, you can also take a language through a 1 year Diploma of Languages, added to any other Griffith degree.
Harry Harding
From Ipswich schoolboy to Chinese talk show host and Internet pop sensation, the journey to international stardom is a dream come true for Griffith University languages graduate Harry Harding. Harry has been working as a journalist and a presenter at GDTV World channel in Guangzhou, South China for the past three years, where he hosts a talk show, a travel show and a documentary program. Such is Harry's prodigious talent that rival Hong Kong-based stations HKSTV has poached him, offering him a new position as a television presenter.
'Griffith gave me the language and communication skills to tackle this enormous challenge and communicate effectively with guests and co-workers from all different backgrounds and cultures,' he said.
Study options
| Degrees | Campus | OP |
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| Bachelor of Arts | Online |
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| Bachelor of Arts | Nathan |
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| Bachelor of Arts | Gold Coast |
15 |
| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) | Nathan |
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| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) | Gold Coast |
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| Bachelor of Asian Studies | Nathan |
15 |
| Bachelor of International Business | Gold Coast |
15 |
| Bachelor of International Business | Nathan |
15 |
| Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics | Gold Coast |
15 |
| Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics | Nathan |
15 |
| Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics (Honours) | Nathan |
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| Diploma of Languages | Gold Coast Nathan |
Expand your qualifications and your career options with our range of double degrees. As a double degree graduate, you’ll have a special skill set that will help you stand out with future employers.
It is important to check the degree requirements including placement requirements, before you apply.
Career outcomes
Language proficiency gives you an edge in a competitive job market
Griffith graduates use their language skills to find rewarding employment across the world, in
- Education and teaching
- Translation and interpreting
- Tourism
- Hospitality
- Publishing and journalism
- Sales
- Marketing
- Advertising and public relations
- International business
- Law
- Commerce
- The arts
Life at Griffith
You can gain more than just a degree at Griffith. With plenty of opportunities to balance life and study, you can make memories and mates to last a lifetime.
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Key dates
Monday 9 September — Tuesday 10 September
Mature Student Open Evenings
If you’re considering further study, get the right advice and information you need at our September Mature Student Open Evenings. No matter whether you're returning to university after a few years off, starting study for the first time or looking for a postgraduate degree to further your career, we can help.
Thursday 12 September
Mature Student Open Evenings
If you’re considering further study, get the right advice and information you need at our September Mature Student Open Evenings. No matter whether you're returning to university after a few years off, starting study for the first time or looking for a postgraduate degree to further your career, we can help.
Monday 23 September — Friday 4 October
Q&A Sessions
Do you have questions about studying at Griffith? Book a personalised 30-minute Q&A session with one of our expert study advisers to get advice about your study options, available scholarships and support services.
Monday 21 October — Friday 25 October
Trimester 3: Orientation
Get the right start and find out everything you need to know about starting at Griffith.
Tuesday 29 October — Thursday 31 October
Application Support Nights
Need help with your university application? Receive personalised advice and assistance from one of our expert study advisers to start and/or complete your university application.
Monday 16 December — Thursday 19 December
Explore your options
If your OP or ATAR result changes your direction, chat online with our expert study advisers to explore your study options. Find out about admissions pathways, entry requirements and changing your preferences.