In this fascinating and varied five-year degree, you’ll learn two languages from beginner level and deepen your understanding of the modern world by exploring the histories and cultures of the nations that speak them. You’ll have the opportunity to spend one year in Japan and another in Italy, improving your language skills and gaining first-hand experience of these cultures and societies to enrich your understanding of these amazing countries.
Rich in cultural heritage, Italy is a multi-ethnic society and a leading world economy. Learning Italian from beginner level, you’l...
In this fascinating and varied five-year degree, you’ll learn two languages from beginner level and deepen your understanding of the modern world by exploring the histories and cultures of the nations that speak them. You’ll have the opportunity to spend one year in Japan and another in Italy, improving your language skills and gaining first-hand experience of these cultures and societies to enrich your understanding of these amazing countries.<br/><br/>Rich in cultural heritage, Italy is a multi-ethnic society and a leading world economy. Learning Italian from beginner level, you’ll become proficient in the language and acquire extensive knowledge of the history and culture of this vibrant country.<br/><br/>Playing a significant role in the global economy and international politics, Japan is also home to a rich culture and history, and a varied, changing society. Boasting cultural ‘cool’ and high-tech innovation, Japan also faces complex social changes in the 21st century.<br/><br/>This course will allow you to develop your Japanese language skills, while exploring the diversity of Japanese society, politics, history and culture to understand its regional and global importance. We teach Japanese from beginner level, but if you already have some knowledge of the language, we can usually accommodate you.<br/><br/>The School of Languages, Cultures and Societies at Leeds is an exciting place for your undergraduate experience. Our diverse international community of students and staff, student-led societies and outstanding pastoral support creates a friendly and dynamic atmosphere for all our students.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
24/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
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Course Code
RTH2
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1
Scottish HigherAB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or A in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or AAAABB in Highers Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15 Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. Grade 4/C at GCSE in a foreign language is required. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 35 points overall including 16 at Higher Level and 4 in a foreign language at Standard Level Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,M1,M1 Extended ProjectWhere an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be ABB at A Level (excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking) and grade A in the EPQ. A levelA,A,B excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking T LevelMight be accepted as in combination with other qualifications, please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance. |
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