Modern Languages and History Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Modern Languages and History Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - 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.
Study your chosen language and the cultures and societies where it is spoken. Combine language learning with an enhanced understanding of a wide range of topics in History.
* Learn a modern language from beginner or advanced level - choose from French, German, or Spanish.
* Pursue your passions with a wide range of s...
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.
Study your chosen language and the cultures and societies where it is spoken. Combine language learning with an enhanced understanding of a wide range of topics in History.
* Learn a modern language from beginner or advanced level - choose from French, German, or Spanish.
* Pursue your passions with a wide range of specialist optional History modules, spanning a huge chronological range and most of the globe.
Year Abroad
One of the most exciting elements of any degree in Modern Languages is the opportunity to spend your third year abroad, perfecting your language skills, developing a thorough appreciation of another culture and acquiring all manner of transferable skills.
We’ll help you organise your time away, and you’ll be supported throughout by your Year Abroad Coordinator, as well as our academic and wellbeing teams. This means you can relax and embrace hands-on opportunities working, studying or visiting in your chosen countries!
Top 75 for Modern Languages in the QS World Subject Rankings 2026
12th in the UK Complete University Guide 2027
68th in the world QS World Rankings 2027
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-28
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A51-I50
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
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.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE History grade 7 / A if not taking A Level History
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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)
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.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
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)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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