Multilingual Debate
About the Multilingual Debate
ÀÖ²¥´«Ã½'s Multilingual Debate is an annual event that showcases the interpreting skills of undergraduate students on our programme, as well as the developing professional skills of postgraduate students on our s.
The event takes the form of a formal debate with two multilingual teams arguing for and against a motion of topical interest in a range of languages. The teams deliver their views in their various native languages (French, German, Spanish, English, Arabic, Chinese, British Sign Language (BSL)).
Fanny Chouc, coordinator of the Multilingual Debate commented "The Multilingual Debate is a true celebration of linguistic diversity. The enthusiasm with which the audience participates in the debate year after year shows a lively interest in learning languages and understanding different cultures."
The topic of the 2025 Multilingual Debates will be 'This House believes that lifestyle influencers cannot be trusted to provide sound, well-informed well-being advice'.
Online Debate - Wednesday 26 March
In-Person Debate - Thursday 5 June
This in-person debate is currently fully booked but if you would like more information about the event please contact: studentrecruitment@hw.ac.uk