Why a Language is beneficial in this Sector
- There are around 180 overseas engineering companies with bases in Ireland. Knowledge of a foreign language could help land you a job with one of these multinational companies
- Germany is famous for its engineering. It also famously has an ageing population so it is in need of attracting young engineers to work for their long-established companies
- The mobile and international nature of the modern world of work means that you are likely to be involved in an international workforce. Language skills can give you an edge
- Around 70% of Irish manufacturing is made for export. This needs a lot of communication with overseas markets where language is key
In today's globalised and post-Brexit world, foreign language skills have become even more important across all sectors of the Irish economy. As one of the world’s most open economies, we rely a lot on foreign direct investment from multi-national companies right across the world. Irish-based enterprises need to diversify into other markets such as the EU, China and India, to name but a few. A key element to allow for this diversification is having enough young, well-educated and multi-lingual employees to service these needs.
There are a large number of college courses where you can study a foreign language as part of your degree. You can decide to study your desired language as a stand-alone language degree or you can opt to include your favourite language as part of your degree alongside your main discipline. Whatever way you decide to pursue your language studies, it will give you a richer college experience and broaden your future opportunities.
