Modern Languages and History BA (Hons)

You can study history at Leeds with one of eight languages.<br/><br/>On this four-year course, you’ll study a range of historical periods from the fall of the Roman Empire to the 21st century postcolonial and globalised world.<br/><br/>Your intensive language modules will prepare you for your year abroad, where you’ll further enhance your linguistic skills, and you’ll explore the history, culture and society of your chosen language.<br/><br/>Optional modules enable you to enhance your translation skills or business language, as well as choose from a wide range of history topics. You’ll also study the society and culture of the countries where your chosen language is spoken.<br/><br/>You’ll be able to choose to take your Final Year Project either with history or with your chosen language.<br/><br/>The international outlook and knowledge you develop alongside advanced language skills will allow you to consider career options in a range of fields when you graduate.<br/><br/>**Choose one of the following languages**<br/>We offer the following languages at two entry levels: beginners or with prior experience (eg A-level or equivalent).<br/><br/><br/>- Chinese<br/><br/><br/>- French<br/><br/><br/>- German<br/><br/><br/>- Italian<br/><br/><br/>- Portuguese<br/><br/><br/>- Russian<br/><br/><br/>- Spanish<br/><br/><br/>We also offer Thai from beginners level (please contact us before applying if you have prior experience).<br/><br/>You must include your chosen language in the ‘Further Details’ section of your UCAS application.