Completing a program in modern languages might present career opportunities for graduates wishing to professionally engage with contemporary politics or literature of foreign cultures. Common coursework includes studies of grammatical structure, comprehension and translation.

A course is the study of a particular topic within a wider subject area and is the foundation of a qualification. A typical course includes lectures, assessments and tutorials.

Online or distance learning refers to the use of electronic media and information and communication technologies (ICT) in education. With online learning, one can access education at any time and from any location with an available internet connection.