Question 1

What will I learn in a language course?

Accepted Answer

When you study a language course, you’ll learn:

The history and origin of the language, as well as the cultures that speak it
Syntax, grammar and vocabulary
The customs, traditions and practices associated with the language

Question 2

What language should I learn?

Accepted Answer

Choose a language degree based on your interests and goals. There might be a culture you have a connection to, a country you want to visit or live in, or career goals that are linked to a particular geographical region. It’s a good idea to consider how you want to use your new language skills when picking language courses.

Not sure which language to choose? Book a consultation with a student advisor.

Question 3

Why should I study a language?

Accepted Answer

Studying a language degree can lead to a world of opportunities, including:

enhancing your experience when you travel or visit different countries
growing your knowledge of different cultures
adding an attractive skill to your resume
increasing your ability to work overseas or for multinational companies
opening career paths in foreign affairs, diplomacy and other international fields.

Need more reasons? Read our blog: How long does it take to learn a language?

Question 4

Why should I study languages online?

Accepted Answer

Studying online language courses through Open Universities Australia gives you access to hundreds of language courses from leading Australian universities.

With the flexibility of online learning, you can fit your studies around work, life and other study commitments.

Question 5

Why should I study online through Open Universities Australia?

Accepted Answer

There are a lot of reasons to study your course online through us.

You can enrol without entry requirements
We have a unique open-door policy that makes it possible for everyone to enrol in university study, no matter their academic history. If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a degree, we’ll help you get in through single undergraduate subjects and transition into a qualification from there.
You have total control over how you study
Upskill without committing to a whole degree upfront. Or enrol in a full degree, but take it a subject at a time. We’ll introduce you to flexible study options you didn’t even know about, so you can fit uni around what matters to you.
You’ll graduate with the same qualification as an on-campus student
Once you enrol through us, you’ll study online with the university that provides your degree. This means that when you complete your qualification, you’ll graduate with the same degree as on-campus students.
We’ll help you navigate the university world
Our friendly student advisors will be your guide every step of the enrolment journey. They'll help you compare universities, choose a course, provide documentation and understand your finance options.

Question 6

What ATAR do I need to get into a language course?

Accepted Answer

ATAR requirements for language courses vary depending on the university and the degree. The average minimum ATAR is 70.

If you don’t have this ATAR – don’t worry! You can meet the entry requirements for many degrees by completing a set of single subjects online through Open Universities Australia. Once you successfully pass your subjects, you can transfer into the full qualification with academic credit. Read more about non-ATAR pathways into uni.

Question 7

What can I do with a language degree?

Accepted Answer

A language degree can open up a range of career opportunities, and also support your existing career. By studying a language degree, you can:

teach English as a second language, both in Australia and overseas
enter a career in international relations
work in hospitality and tourism in Australia and other countries
enhance your ability to work with patients and clients as a health professional
grow your skills as an academic and researcher.

Question 8

How do I know if I’m eligible to apply for a course?

Accepted Answer

Before starting an enrolment, it’s important to read the entry requirements for your chosen course to ensure that you’re eligible to apply. If you don’t quite meet the requirements, we may be able to help you find a pathway into your course through open-entry subjects, which anyone can study.

Chat with us to find out more.

Question 9

How do I enrol?

Accepted Answer

Here at Open Universities Australia, we make enrolling online as straightforward as possible. To get started, find the course for you by browsing the options on this page. You can also compare different qualifications using our handy comparison tool, or request help from one of our student advisors.

When you’ve made your choice, click ‘Apply now’ on the relevant course page and follow the prompts to begin your enrolment. We’ll ask you to supply some supporting documentation, including proof of your identity, your tax file number, and a unique student identifier (USI) during this process.

Your university will get in touch with you via email to confirm whether or not your application has been successful.

Please note that enquiries and applications for some courses are handled directly by the university. If this is the case, it will be indicated on the course listing page.

For more information about enrolment, read our online self-service enrolling instructions. If you get stuck at any time, contact us and we’ll talk you through it.

Languages courses

Introduction to Languages