Studying languages at uni - advantages/disadvantages?

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  1. MeEncanta's Avatar
    1 29-07-2012  21:03
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    Studying languages at uni - advantages/disadvantages?
    I'll be applying for university soon and I study Spanish and French at A-level. They've always been my strongest subjects so I'm thinking about studying languages at uni, but I'd like to get a bit more information/your opinions about languages degrees. Is it seen as a good thing? From your experience, what kind of jobs/opportunities can it lead to? Is it a better idea to choose one language and study it with something else, such as French with Law? Any information would be appreciated!
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    2 29-07-2012  22:58
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    Re: Studying languages at uni - advantages/disadvantages?
    You can do more or less anything with languages, they are highly valued by employers.
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