Modern Languages and History BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Modern Languages and History BA (Hons)
Investigate unfamiliar territory and study language, culture and society through this complementary combination.
Combine your studies in your language of choice with a deep dive into the periods of History which interest you the most.
Why study this course?
• Study a modern language from beginner or advanced level - choose from French, German, or Spanish.
• Experience a new approach to language learning with our CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) teaching method - study topics of cultural significance, desi...
Investigate unfamiliar territory and study language, culture and society through this complementary combination.<br/><br/>Combine your studies in your language of choice with a deep dive into the periods of History which interest you the most.<br/><br/><strong>Why study this course?</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Study a modern language from beginner or advanced level - choose from French, German, or Spanish.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Experience a new approach to language learning with our CLIL (Content Language Integrated Learning) teaching method - study topics of cultural significance, designed and delivered by expert researchers.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Pursue your passions with a wide range of specialist optional modules, spanning a huge chronological range and most of the globe.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our History modules explore how the past informs the present and provides a global historical understanding from the Middle Ages to this century, all through a modern lens. <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn in a vibrant city that is culturally, ethnically and religiously diverse. Join our language and culture-based societies to further enhance your skills and contribute to the student-led Linguist Magazine.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Top 30 for Modern Languages in the Guardian University Guide 2025</strong><br/><br/><strong>Top 5 for History in the Complete University Guide 2025</strong><br/><br/><strong>Top 85 for History in the QS World University Subject Rankings 2025</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
R9V1
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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6,6,5 in Higher Level subjects. You also require a Higher Level or equivalent in each modern language that you plan to study at Advanced level. If you do not have the relevant language at Higher Level, please feel free to contact us to discuss your options.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus AB at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Diploma: DD, plus AB at A-level in the required subject/s mentioned above. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A-level in the required A-level subject/s mentioned above.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE History grade 7 / A if not taking A Level History
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
A level
A,A,B
A level humanities subjects. A level grade B is required for the advanced language you wish to study. It is also possible to study two beginner (including post-GCSE) languages without taking an advanced language, as long as one of your beginner languages is French or Spanish. A Level History, Medieval History or Ancient History is preferred but we welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate an interest in and an aptitude for the study of history and politics. Acceptable subjects include: Ancient History, Anthropology, Archaeology, Business Studies, Classical Civilisation, Drama and Theatre Studies, Economics, English Language, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Environmental Studies, Geography, Government and Politics, History, History of Art, Law, Medieval History, Modern or Classical Languages, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Religious Studies, and Sociology. If you are not studying one or more of the above then please contact us to discuss your application. If you are not taking A level History then we will require GCSE History grade 7 and at least one humanities subject at A level or equivalent.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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