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The University Wide Language Programme (UWLP)

University Wide Language Programme

If you're an Aston student, a staff member or if you simply live in the local area, learn a language with our highly successful University Wide Language Programme. 


We are now taking applications for courses starting week commencing Monday 7 Oct 2013. Click here to apply. 

The deadline for applications for Aston students and staff is 12 midday on Friday 27 Sept 2103. 

The deadline for applications for non-Aston students and staff is 12 midday on Friday 20 September 2013. 

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We offer courses in:

  • French, German and Spanish - from complete beginners to Undergraduate level
  • Mandarin Chinese and Modern standard Arabic - from beginners to advanced level
  • Portuguese (Brazilian) - from beginners to intermediate level 
  • Japanese - beginners 

Deadline for Withdrawals/Refunds 2012/2013

  • Withdrawals/refunds for newly enrolled students will be authorised up until 26/10/12. Any refunds issued will be subject to a charge of £50 to cover administration costs.

  • Withdrawals/refunds for students who have been studying since October 2012 and do not wish to continue Teaching Period Two (Jan-May 2013)will not be authorised after 11/01/13. Any refunds issued will be subject to a charge of £50 to cover administration costs

  • Withdrawals/refunds for students who have been studying since Jan 2013 (Teaching Period Two Jan-May 2013) and do not wish to continue will not be authorised after 1/2/13. Any refunds issued will be subject to a charge of £50 to cover administration costs

Withdrawals and Refunds Policy 2013/14

University Wide Language Programme (UWLP) course fees are non refundable but if you do wish to withdraw from a UWLP language course please notify the UWLP Course Director, Aurelia Robert by email for authorisation: a.robert@aston.ac.uk

Did you know? 

  • Knowledge of a second language will improve your professional prospects

  • 75% of the world's population speak no English at all

  • By learning a language you'll acquire a range of transferable skills and improved cultural awareness - invaluable in the contemporary world.

UWLP Taster Sessions June 2013

UWLP Taster Sessions June 2013

Monday 3rd June Brazilian Portuguese 1-2pm, Tuesday 4th June Spanish 12-1pm, Tuesday 4th June Arabic 1-2pm, Wednesday 5th June Mandarin Chinese 12-1pm, Thursday 6th June French 1-2pm, Friday 7th June German 1-2pm. Contact Aurelia Robert to book

Inspirational Language Teaching

Inspirational Language Teaching

Aston's language teachers are near native speakers and passionate about their subject

Language Courses

Language Courses

Some language courses at Aston are included as part of your undergraduate degree programme. The languages available are Arabic, Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese & Spanish

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