
French Studies BA (Hons)
Course Overview - French Studies BA (Hons)
More than 275 million people speak French across all five continents and it is the official language of 29 countries. Are you interested in discovering more about the rich history, politics and culture of France and the Francophone world? French and Francophone Studies at Nottingham offers you this and much more.
We are one of the largest French sections in the UK and our lecturers are experts in their fields. You can take modules in:
- translation and interpreting linguistics
- art, theatre and photography
- cinema history and cult...
More than 275 million people speak French across all five continents and it is the official language of 29 countries. Are you interested in discovering more about the rich history, politics and culture of France and the Francophone world? French and Francophone Studies at Nottingham offers you this and much more.<br/><br/>We are one of the largest French sections in the UK and our lecturers are experts in their fields. You can take modules in:<br/><br/><br/>- translation and interpreting linguistics<br/><br/><br/>- art, theatre and photography<br/><br/><br/>- cinema history and cultural politics<br/><br/><br/>- literature from around the Francophone world<br/><br/><br/>You could live the life and culture of France or a French speaking country in year three. This exciting opportunity develops your communication skills, builds your confidence and helps you stand out to future employers. You could teach English in a school, work anywhere in the Francophone world or you could study at one of our partner universities.
Course Information
1 option available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
University Park Campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
R120
Institution Code
N84
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,B,B,B,B
This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB including French.
Access to HE Diploma
D:24,M:21,P:0
Unfortunately we are unable to accept this qualification on its own due to the subject specific requirements at A Level. A Level French grade B required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
or 655 in 3 Higher Level Certificates including Higher Level 5 in French or Standard Level 6 in French (B Programme).
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
Unfortunately we are unable to accept this qualification on its own due to the subject specific requirements at A Level. A Level French grade B required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English grade 4 (alpha grade C)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
and A Level French grade B.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B
Including French. This qualification is only acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades ABBBB.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3,M2,M3
Including French.
Extended Project
A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at Grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
and A Level grades BB including French.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applications are assessed on an individual basis.
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
A
If you have already achieved your Core Maths qualification at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your Core Maths qualification you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your Core Maths qualification. Core Maths qualifications offered by other exam boards are also considered for an alternative offer.
A level
A,B,B
Including French.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
B
This qualification is considered alongside other UoN accepted qualifications such as A Levels. You must also have achieved A Level French grade B or above (or UoN accepted equivalent).
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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 |
EU, International | £23,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |