Professional Welsh

Welsh is a living language with an unbroken literary tradition stretching back to the sixth century, spoken today by more than half a million people in Wales and understood by many more. It is the medium of government, education, broadcasting, and a rich contemporary cultural scene, and the demand for Welsh-language professionals in the public sector, media, education, and business has grown considerably as bilingualism has become embedded in Welsh public life. A professional Welsh degree prepares you specifically for the world of work in Welsh, developing not just fluency but the specialised language skills that professional contexts demand.

At Bangor, the leading university for Welsh-medium education in the world, you will develop high-level Welsh language proficiency alongside the professional and specialist skills that careers in Welsh-medium environments require. The programme covers written and spoken Welsh across formal and informal registers, translation, oral communication, Welsh literature and culture, and the specific language demands of professional sectors including the media, law, business, and public administration. The degree is designed to produce graduates who are genuinely equipped to work through the medium of Welsh in demanding professional roles.

The three-year programme includes a foundation year for those who need it, a sandwich placement year, and a year abroad, providing comprehensive preparation and professional experience before graduation.

Graduates are well placed for careers in Welsh-medium education, S4C and the Welsh media industry, the Welsh Government and public sector, translation and language services, journalism, and the arts. The Welsh Government's commitment to growing the number of Welsh speakers and to expanding Welsh-medium services means that professionally competent Welsh speakers continue to be in demand. Postgraduate study in Welsh, translation, or Celtic studies is also an option.