- Study a language at Herts
- Which languages can I study?
- Can I study a language for personal interest?
- Can I study a language for additional credits?
- What should I consider before taking an additional module?
- How do I register my interest?
Study a language at Herts
You can study a language at the University of Hertfordshire for personal development or as an additional module alongside your course.
Languages are available at different levels, depending on the language and your previous experience.
Which languages can I study?
You can study:
- French: beginner and intermediate
- German: beginner
- Japanese: beginner and intermediate
- Spanish: beginner, intermediate and advanced
If you already have some knowledge of a language, speak to the language tutors to find out which level is right for you.
Can I study a language for personal interest?
For 2026–27, beginner language courses are planned for Wednesday afternoons as extracurricular study.
These classes are open to all students. You can choose to:
- study the language for additional credit
- attend without taking it for credit.
If you already have knowledge of one of the languages, you may be able to join a Level 5 or Level 6 class.
These modules are part of degree programmes. You can join them as an elective, but they are not leisure courses.
Can I study a language for additional credits?
If you are a full-time student, you can study up to 30 additional credits per year alongside your planned curriculum.
You must:
- be available to attend the scheduled classes
- complete the required learning
- take all assessments.
Classes take place on de Havilland Campus. Sessions are not streamed or recorded.
There is no additional cost for full-time students taking these modules, and the module will appear on your transcript.
What should I consider before taking an additional module?
Before asking to enrol, consider the following:
Your language level
If you already have some knowledge of the language, speak to the language tutors to find out which level is most appropriate.
Your availability
You must be able to attend the scheduled classes. Class times are based around students taking the language as part of their programme and cannot be changed for elective students.
Contact the language team to find out when the relevant class takes place.
The additional workload
Taking an additional module means extra work alongside your main course.
You will need to:
- attend classes
- complete directed learning
- take all assessments.
Consider whether you have enough time to manage the additional workload alongside your main studies.
Permission from your Programme Leader
Discuss taking an additional module with your Programme Leader.
You will need to provide their permission in writing before you can enrol.
How do I register my interest?
Registrations for Semester A are now closed.
If you are still studying at Herts in Semester B and already have some knowledge of one of the languages offered, you may be able to join a continuation class.
Email languages@herts.ac.uk with:
- your full name
- student ID number
- the language you are interested in.