This degree combines the study of foreign languages with linguistic theory. You choose two languages to study (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish) and will gain near-native fluency. You also study linguistics, concentrating on the structure, history and use of both the English language and your foreign languages. Topics include syntax, phonology and morphology, semantics and pragmatics, and sociolinguistics and language acquisition. Youll also spend a year studying or working abroad, immersed in the culture of another country, developing your language skills and ...
This degree combines the study of foreign languages with linguistic theory. You choose two languages to study (Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish) and will gain near-native fluency. You also study linguistics, concentrating on the structure, history and use of both the English language and your foreign languages. Topics include syntax, phonology and morphology, semantics and pragmatics, and sociolinguistics and language acquisition. Youll also spend a year studying or working abroad, immersed in the culture of another country, developing your language skills and confidence.
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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
QT19
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,A,B,B,B To include French, German or Spanish. Combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 A minimum of 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 level 3 credits at Merit is required. Evidence of study in the relevant languages to the required level is also required. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Applicants will be considered on an individual basis, however evidence of study in the relevant languages at A Level or equivalent is also required. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalExtended ProjectWe welcome applications from students offering an Extended Project and value the skills of research and independent learning that it is designed to develop. If you offer an Extended Project, it will be taken into account as part of your application profile, but we will not usually include it in offer conditions for this degree programme. A level |
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