Enrolment in languages other than English 'declining' in schools

How does enrolling in language subjects affect university entry requirements?

Source: AAP

Education analysts say Australian students are not getting enough support when it comes to learning a second language. Image: How does enrolling in language subjects affect university entry requirements? (AAP)


A five-year study has revealed an alarming decline in languages in Australian schools, particularly in the country's most multicultural state, New South Wales.

 

SBS has investigated why the number of languages students has dived.

 


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