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Languages and Cultures

23 February 2024

Experience the Spanish-speaking world: an encounter with español

What is it like to learn a new language in a new environment overseas? We caught up with Science student Dominique D’Silva, who shares about her experience in Spain where she learnt the Spanish language as a beginner through cultural immersion.

21 February 2024

Embracing lifelong learning with a Diploma of Language Studies

With a head and heart for lifelong education, Michael Wright has entered retirement embarking on further studies to pursue his passion for language acquisition.

16 February 2024

Experience Italy: growing valuable skills with a new language

Stepping out of your comfort zone to study a new language overseas can lead to a rich learning experience. Arts and Science student, Adeline Chai, shares about her time of growth in Italy when she embarked on an intensive in-country unit.

11 December 2023

Unlock global opportunities with language skills

Indonesian Studies graduate Sally Andrews demonstrates the importance of language skills for graduates seeking to find their path in the modern workplace, as she leverages her linguistic and cultural expertise to shape a career in international policy.

20 September 2023

Experience the French-speaking world: learning a new language in its context

With daily interaction in French, Arts student Alexandra Lyons reflects on her time in France where she embraced new experiences in learning another language and expanding cross-cultural and interpersonal communication skills.

Indonesian Studies in action: enriching local and global engagement

For over 65 years, the study of Indonesia at Sydney has led to partnerships with the local Indonesian community and Indonesia. National, bilateral and international connections continue today – including with the Consulate General of Indonesia and UNESCO.

Experience Germany: expanding horizons with overseas immersion

Learning a new language overseas unlocks new skillsets and possibilities for the future. Finance and Computer Science student Ryan Fung shares what he gained from his experience in Berlin, where he learnt the German language for the first time.

Experience Korea: unlocking new language and cultural knowledge

Through an intensive in-country program, undergraduate students can delve into the local culture to learn the Korean language. We speak to Media and Communications student Nandini Dhir about her recent overseas immersion in Seoul.

Freya Bruce-Gilchrist: Honours student uncovering lost voices

Freya Bruce-Gilchrist shares her experience as an honours student, and how a trip to the library inspired her to shed light on forgotten stories.

PhD students shine new light on Australian migrant history

Eva Boleti and Samuel He are part of a quest to help rethink Australia in many languages – one historical source at a time. By uncovering Greek and Chinese migrant stories, they contribute to an ambitious project to rewrite perceptions of Australia’s historical narrative.