This degree combines the study of linguistics with German, to explore how language works and what it does. You spend two thirds of your time concentrating on the structure, history and sociological aspects of the English language. The remaining third is devoted to studying German language and culture. You will spend a year abroad in Stage 3, working or studying in a German-speaking country.
This degree combines the study of linguistics with German, to explore how language works and what it does. You spend two thirds of your time concentrating on the structure, history and sociological aspects of the English language. The remaining third is devoted to studying German language and culture. You will spend a year abroad in Stage 3, working or studying in a German-speaking country.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
Q1R2
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B Including German. Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. We particularly encourage applicants with some qualifications in mathematical and/or scientific fields. As the course contains a combination of scientific thinking, language skills, and mathematical reasoning, it may be especially suited to the personality of students who have enjoyed both mathematics/science and arts/humanities subjects. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 To include 15 level 3 credits in German, or evidence of studying the language to the required level alongside it. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 With grade 5 in German at Higher Level. Candidates who have some background in Maths and Science may be interested in the cognitive/brain science and quantitative elements of the course. Candidates who prefer Arts and Humanities subjects may be interested in the historical, sociological, and literary elements of the course. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Applicants will be considered on an individual basis. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H1,H2,H2,H3,H3 To include German at minimum Grade H2. We particularly encourage applicants with some qualifications in mathematical and/or scientific fields. As the course contains a combination of scientific thinking, language skills, and mathematical reasoning, it may be especially suited to the personality of students who have enjoyed both mathematics/science and arts/humanities subjects. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M2,M2 Including German. We particularly encourage applicants with some qualifications in mathematical and/or scientific fields. As the course contains a combination of scientific thinking, language skills, and mathematical reasoning, it may be especially suited to the personality of students who have enjoyed both mathematics/science and arts/humanities subjects. Extended ProjectA If you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in a topic relevant to the degree programme, we may take this into account in our consideration of your application. A levelA,B,B Including German. Candidates with AS level German (minimum grade B) will also be considered. Not including General Studies. We particularly encourage applicants with some qualifications in mathematical and/or scientific fields. As the course contains a combination of scientific thinking, language skills, and mathematical reasoning, it may be especially suited to the personality of students who have enjoyed both mathematics/science and arts/humanities subjects. |
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