In this course, The Open University introduces the many benefits of learning languages, from wider career progression to new adventures and friendships.

Languages unlock the world for us, not just through a practical ability to communicate, but also through the open-mindedness and compassion they invite.

The Open University provides free learning around the world, from science to business, politics, and art.

The Open University's Why Study Languages course explores how learning languages can be useful and fun.

Starting with the benefits languages bring to our career prospects, the course then moves to finding the best learning environment for you.

Once the variety of ways to study languages has been covered, we move to the improvements language skills have on intercultural awareness.

We delve into the interaction between language and culture, and how reaching outside our comfort zone gives us greater appreciation of our own and others' traditions.