This combined degree provides a broader understanding of the functioning of past societies, while emphasising linguistic training and the study of contemporary culture in French. As a language student you will be allocated to a stage of language proficiency in our unique system of seven language levels. This is designed to place you at the stage most appropriate to develop your spoken and written skills, enabling you to make rapid progress in your chosen languages. In all years of study you will benefit from our wide range of resources. You will use the excellent facilities in the Centre for Language Study and in our French Resources Rooms, including extensive multimedia facilities and online resources.