1. By the Ahmadiyya Muslim Womens’ Student Association

2. The obvious reason for studying modern languages is to develop excellent linguistic skills. But there is more to it than that... Using a language is a social activity and language learning leads to encounters with people from many backgrounds. You will also develop your verbal, written and presentation communication skills. A second language is a demonstrable skill and will give you the edge on your competitors. Modern languages can be studied with virtually any other subject in a combined degree, from maths, to politics to fashion. “ “

3. A-level subjects  Previous experience at A-level of the particular language you want to study at university is preferred; however, at some universities you will be able to start learning a language from beginner’s level.  If you choose to study two foreign languages as a combined degree, you will usually be required to have previous knowledge (at least to intermediate level) of one of the languages

4. Grade requirements The main basis for this course is:  GCSEs Usually  A-levels: ABB - BBC

5. Top 5 universities (From Times online)  Oxford  Cambridge  Queen Mary, London  King’s College London  School of Oriental & African Studies

6. Entry exams  A written exam is usually taken in the particular language (if previous experience) on the day of your interview or sometimes you will only be asked to do a small task (e.g. reading & explaining a text)

7. Duration Structure  BA Honours without year abroad: 3 years  Or with year abroad: 4 years Modules:  Language Development (core)  Language in Practice  Language for Work  Culture & Society  Bilingual project or dissertation (Final year)

8. Work experience / Extra-curricular activities  Work experience in the embassy of your particular language  Work experience in BBC (in department of your particular language)  Assisting a teacher in a school where languages are taught

9. Career opportunities  Interpreting  Translation  Teaching  Journalism  Working for organizations at international level (UNO, EUP)  Further Studies (MA, PhD)  and many others

10. Ways to serve the Jama’at  Translating or interpreting in MTA / Jama’at literature

11. Personal Statement Examples  WE CAN HELP!!  Contact AMWSA at amwsa@hotmail.com amwsa@hotmail.com  Please include the following details: Name & Majlis The subject your interested in.

12. Contacts  To contact Ahmadi, female Mathematics graduates and gain further advice contact amwsa@hotmail.comamwsa@hotmail.com  Please include the following details: Name & Majlis The subject your interested in.

13. Additional thoughts  Over 60% of British trade is with non-English speaking countries and 75% of the world’s population does not speak English

14. Remember to send a letter to Beloved Huzur-e-Aqdas (aba) on a regular basis to seek his invaluable prayers and guidance.

15. Some helpful websites! http://www.guardian.co.uk/money/2010/aug/28/learning-foreign- language-boost-career The article details the benefits of studying Languages and provides real stories on how languages have positively affected people’s lives

16. Any questions, comments or feedback... email us at.... amwsa@hotmail.co.uk