What Our Students Say

Jenny Wattrus

Single Honours Spanish 2011

Photo of Jenny Wattrus "The course moves at a fast pace, but it is fun, energetic and no one is ever left behind. The teaching groups are small so everyone is encouraged to participate actively without the pressure of being surrounded by a large number of peers. "

Chris Parkinson

Spanish and Geography 2011

Photo of Chris Parkinson "The department of DELC at Lancaster is excellent regarding the organisation of the Year Abroad and provided me with the best year of my life by allowing me to visit Argentina."

Samantha Challinor

Modern Languages (French, German and Spanish) 2011

Photo of Samantha Challinor "I know that my time at Lancaster has been made by the friends I found in DELC, a real family of staff and students whose members may pursue vastly different interests and subject combinations, but all share one thing - a love for languages."

Letisia Licata

French with Italian 2011

Photo of Letisia Licata "Studying languages at Lancaster University has been an amazing experience. I originally came to Lancaster enrolled for another degree scheme, however the unique three modular system during the first year allowed me to study French and Italian also. I enjoyed these subjects so much that I decided to alter my degree scheme, and I haven’t regretted it since!"

Sarah Thomas

French Studies and English Literature 2011

Photo of Sarah Thomas "My favourite aspect of the language department is that the language department is so friendly, the staff are really approachable and I have made some of my closest friends on my language courses."

Thomas Markham

Single Honours German 2010

Photo of Thomas Markham "Studying at Lancaster has brought me wonderful opportunities: during my time here I've not only received excellent in-class tuition but have also been bombarded with chances to explore languages and cultures beyond the lecture theatres in many schemes offered by the tireless staff, one such being the Film Club, which gives you the chance to actually create a film in another language."

Hazel Walker

French and Spanish 2008

Photo of Hazel Walker "At first I was apprehensive but the year abroad preparation week helped set my mind at ease. In the end it wasn't as scary as I’d expected and I had an amazing time. "

Emma Broxholme

French and Spanish 2011

Photo of Emma Broxholme "I have really enjoyed the last three years studying French and Spanish at Lancaster. Although, it requires a lot of hard work, it is such a rewarding experience when you realise that you are having a conversation which someone else in another language, and I have been surprised at what I have managed to achieve, especially during my Year Abroad."

Tom Giles

French and German 2010

Photo of Tom Giles "Personally, in the 3-and-a-bit years I've spent as a Lancaster student, I'm proud of the skills and knowledge I've gained here and I feel a great sense of achievement when I think back to the beginning of first year, and see how far I've come."

Adam Hollowell

History with Italian 2010

Photo of Adam Hollowell "Lancaster really is a great place to study. Friendly people, beautiful surroundings and a bustling historic town provide a great atmosphere to live and work in. The university itself, even with well over 10,000 students, still maintains a really close-knit and personal vibe."