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Learn how to map, apply and articulate your unique language-related competences

This website accompanies you on your journey from campus to career and beyond. It is a resource that aims to inspire, motivate and help you to make informed choices as you plan your next steps.

The importance of language and intercultural competences are central to navigating the global workforce. They transcend country borders and have application in many diverse settings. So discover how language competencies can boost your employability.

Our tools and resources help students, career services and educators to unlock the full value of language learning in today’s job market. Whether you are a language learner, career advisor or employer, explore how to make language skills more transparent and relevant.


HUMAN CAPITAL
Professional and Practical Skills
SOCIAL CAPITAL
Network and Relationships
CULTURAL CAPITAL
Understanding of norms and contexts
IDENTITY CAPITAL
Professional confidence and self-presentation
PSYCHOLOGICAL CAPITAL
Inner strength and mental resilience

Explore your potential

The wheel of 5 capitals helps you explore the wide range of competencies and skills you develop through studying a language.

Beyond vocabulary and grammar, language learning strengthens your professional abilities, social connections, cultural understanding, sense of identity, and psychological resilience.

By reflecting on these five forms of capital, you can better recognize, articulate, and apply the value of your language studies in academic, professional, and personal contexts.