Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics

Discover a world of personal and professional possibilities by learning another language. When you learn a language you boost your employability, unlock opportunities in a global, multilingual community and experience new perspectives. You'll be empowered to engage across cultures as an informed global citizen, while deepening your understanding of how knowledge and value are created in the world. With five-star ratings for overall experience and student support for languages**, whatever your level of skill, you'll find courses that suit you. You can specialise in one or more of the following languages: Chinese French* German* Indonesian* Italian Japanese Korean* Modern Greek^ Spanish Russian* *Available via cross-institutional study with The University of Queensland. ^Available online via cross-institutional study with Flinders University, South Australia. **Good Universities Guide 2025 Highlights of studying the Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics You'll not only learn to speak, read and write in another language, but also explore linguistics, the science and function of language. Gain hands-on experience through industry internships with support from our dedicated placement officer, across organisations like the Queensland Japan Chamber of Commerce, Italian Chamber of Commerce, Dante Alighieri Society and local schools. Take your studies overseas with exchange, internships or study abroad opportunities. Immerse yourself in new cultures, build networks and grow academically and personally. Learn from native-speaking teachers who use modern, career-focused approaches, with small classes for individual support. Make lifelong friends and connections through clubs and societies like the Griffith Languages Club. Combine your language study The Diploma of Languages (8025) can be studied on its own or alongside any bachelor degree, giving you the opportunity to learn a language while also studying a degree in another field. You can continue learning a language you studied in school or begin a new one. In the diploma, you can specialise in one or more of the following languages: Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Spanish. Attendance information The Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics is offered full-time on-campus via in-person mode at the Nathan and Gold Coast campuses. As a full-time student you will generally attend 12-16 hours of scheduled classes per week throughout the trimester. Classes may be scheduled during the day and evening throughout the week. If you are an International student on a student visa, you must ensure that you enrol in a way that will allow you to complete your enrolment within the expected program duration as stated on your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE). The recommended study load for international student in each compulsory trimester is 40CP. Managing Study Interruptions Leave of Absence Taking a leave of absence from this program is permitted, subject to conditions outlined in the Enrolment Procedure . Student story Abrianna Edmans Bachelor of Languages and Linguistics "During my time at Griffith, I've been fortunate to have understanding and supportive tutors. Whenever I reached out for support, it has always been met with help and kindness." Abrianna is excited to become a speech pathologist, specialising in rehabilitation and aphasia treatment. "Helping people regain their ability to communicate will be incredibly rewarding."