1. Supporting Outward Mobility - The Role of Languages for All - Dr Catherine Chabert Director Languages for All HE International Unit 29 April 2015

2. Plan Introduction - Modern Languages in the UK - Trends in HEIs: Single and Joint Honours / University-wide programmes/ Policies Discussion Languages for All at Cardiff University: 1. Strategic Context 2. Size and Shape 3. Students: their School, their motivations, their goals Discussion HE International Unit 29 April 2015

3. Modern Languages in the UK - Trends in HEIs: Single and Joint Honours degrees HE International Unit 29 April 2015

4. Modern Languages GCSE

5. Modern Languages A levels

6. UG ML entrants (England)

7. No of universities offering single/joint honours languages

8. Modern Languages in the UK - Trends in HEIs: University-wide programmes AULC annual survey of universities (included 61 universities, 23 of which are Russell Group institutions) HE International Unit 29 April 2015

9. Main languages studied in university-wide programmes 9

10. Other languages include: Amharic, Basque, Burmese, Catalan, Czech, Danish, Georgian, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hausa, Indonesian, Irish Gaelic, Latin, Nepali, Norwegian, Persian, Polish, Scots Gaelic, Somali, Swahili, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Urdu, Welsh, Yoruba 10

11. The five languages most reported as showing an increase compared to 2012/13 11

12. The five languages most reported as showing a decrease compared to 2012/13 12

13. Proportion of credit and non-credit students Approx. 60% of IWLP students are studying for academic credit At some intuitions for-credit study is not an option At some institutions not-for-credit study is not an option In most institutions (67% of sample), both credit and non- credit provision is offered. Where both types of provision are offered, in 60% of HEIs students follow the same courses. 13

14. HEFCE support: Strategically Important and Vulnerable Subject (SIVS) status; Routes into Languages 2007-2016; unlikely beyond then; Catalyst Funding (window closing fast); reduced influence generally re funding shift; possible emphasis shift after election. AHRC: considerable funding/initiatives including OWRI UK HE International Unit (IU): Outward Mobility Strategy UKCISA/IU/UUK: international student visa issues and attractiveness of UK HE HEA: Internationalisation framework for universities HE policy context

15. British Academy: massive input through research & publications and joint initiative with the Guardian British Council: language assistantships and taking on some roles previously held by CiLT/CfBT, plus publications APPG on Languages: Languages Manifesto Speak to the Future campaign: including letter writing to MPs in run-up to election Thirdyearabroad.com – making study abroad cool European Commission: particular support for translating/interpreting; conferences/meetings etc Overseas cultural bodies: funding lectors; establishing networks; developing resources; teacher training; outreach …. Other relevant policy influencers

16. Open Discussion What is the state of language learning at your institution? How do you think it relates to/affects participation in mobility opportunities? HE International Unit 29 April 2015

17. Languages for All at Cardiff University HE International Unit 29 April 2015

18. Context of Languages for All at Cardiff University Macro level: new fee regime; increased competition between HEIs; shrinking of pool of applicants in Languages; raising awareness of politicians of social and economic role of Languages. Micro level: new Vice-Chancellor; new governance structure; lack of strong identity; fragmented Modern Language provision. HE International Unit 29 April 2015

19.  New University strategy 2012-17 in key areas of Education and Students; Research, Innovation and Enterprise; International; Engagement; Widening Access.  Review of Modern Languages (in 2012/13):  Creation of a new School of Modern Languages (Oct. 2013).  Creation of university-wide language programme free for all students and in addition to their degree studies (Languages for All) (Oct. 2013).  Global Opportunity Centre (June 2014):  To develop, support and promote opportunities for undergraduate students to benefit from international experience during their time at Cardiff University (four weeks studying, researching or volunteering) HE International Unit 29 April 2015

20. International Mobility -By 2017, 17% of undergraduates should have spent four weeks outside the UK. -Presently, 12% undertake placements abroad. -Mainly in two Schools: Modern Languages & Medicine. -Recognition of mobility: -Achievement record, diploma; -University transcript; -Global Employability Award. HE International Unit 29 April 2015

21. Size and Shape of Languages for All at Cardiff University Objectives: support international outward mobility of our students; offer different levels of intensity to match students learning styles, availability and goals; be responsive to demand from Schools and students; teach in an innovative way with a strong emphasis on communication. Main performance indicators: Overall Student Satisfaction. Student Retention. Processes: Sponsored by a Senior Member of Staff. Fully integrated in the Student Information Management System (SIMS). HE International Unit - 29 April 2015

22. Taught Languages for All programme, in numbers: -Semester 1: 800 students -Semester 2: 1451 students -Intensives (January): 211 students -Total: 2462 enrolments of which 74% completed their course. HE International Unit 29 April 2015

23. Distribution of Languages across Languages for All Taught Programmes - 2014/15 -Six languages – most popular ones in the UK. -Weekly courses during semester time: -Two hours per week for European languages. -Three hours per week for non- European languages. -Intensive courses: -Open to all, in January & June, for Beginners. -Tailored to Schools, as and when required. HE International Unit 29 April 2015

24. Distribution of enrolments per College, across Languages for All Taught Programmes - 2014/15 College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CAHSS): 1379 enrolments College of Biomedical and Life Sciences (CBLS): 615 enrolments College of Physical Sciences and Engineering (CPS): 468 enrolments HE International Unit 29 April 2015

25. Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences -Business 457 -Law & Politics 232 -English, Communications & Philosophy 177 Biomedical and Life Sciences -Biosciences 224 -Medicine 207 -Psychology 110 HE International Unit 29 April 2015 Physical Sciences and Engineering -Engineering222 -Chemistry 61 -Architecture 55 Top Three Schools in each College

26. Top Reasons to Study a Language 1.I thought it would be fun and enjoyable. 2.I believe it will be useful for my future career. 3.I want to travel where this language is spoken. Top Reasons for possible period abroad 1.Working / doing an internship in a country where the language I am studying is spoken. 2.Volunteering in a country where this language is spoken. 3.Studying in a country where this language is spoken. HE International Unit 29 April 2015

27. Open Discussion What more could be done in your institution to promote language learning in the context of increasing participation in outward mobility? HE International Unit 29 April 2015