BA Modern Languages (R900)
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Course summary
In an increasingly globalised world, multilingualism and intercultural understanding have never been more important. Our flexible Modern Languages degree - on which you can study one, two or three languages and their related cultures - presents an exciting opportunity for you to explore the past, interpret our present and shape your future. You can choose from French, German, Italian, Portuguese (beginners only), Russian and Spanish.
Through your language, cultural studies and year abroad, you will build invaluable interpersonal and intercultural skills that will support your personal and professional development and open up a world of international career opportunities, whichever sector you go on to work in.
We are both a large, vibrant School of Modern Languages and a close-knit community. Our dedicated staff are experts in their fields and have very diverse teaching and research interests, which they incorporate into their classes. This means that we can offer a good range of both core and optional units. film or the intricacies of the languages themselves have drawn you to university-level language study, our course will have plenty to inspire you.
Our school hosts a breadth of extracurricular activities such as talks, societies, language cafés, student newspapers and talent shows. With our excellent staff and wonderful Multimedia Centre - complete with a video editing suite, language lab facilities, extensive foreign-language film collection and mini-cinema - we offer an outstanding environment in which to study modern languages and develop a valuable skill set that is ideally tailored to the globalised workplace.
Course structure
In year one, you take core language unit(s) (grammar, reading, writing, speaking, listening) and gain an introduction to the culture and history of countries where your language(s) are spoken. In years two and four, you take a combination of core and optional language classes and complementary units. The latter may include history, film and visual culture, literature, linguistics, translation and politics.
Year three is spent abroad and is split according to your languages. To find out more, visit the Centre for Study Abroad.
Languages are chosen after you accept an offer.
Available course combinations:
One language
French, German, Italian, Russian or Spanish. Beginners' or post-A level (or equivalent) routes are available in all languages.
Two languages
French, German, Italian, Portuguese (for beginners only), Russian and Spanish. At least one of your languages must be post-A level (or equivalent).
Three languages
French, German, Italian, Portuguese (for beginners only), Russian and Spanish. At least two of your languages must be post-A level (or equivalent).
Check back soon to view the programme catalogue containing further details on the course structure and modules.
Entry requirements
We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.
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Selection process
- Regulations and codes of conduct we abide by to create a positive environment for learning and achievement are found in the University admissions policies and procedures.
- If applying with extenuating circumstances please see our policy.
- Full information about our selection processes for Modern Languages can be found in the Admissions Statement:
Admissions statement - The admissions statement above relates to 2025 entry. The statement for 2026 entry will be available in summer 2025.