
Modern Languages BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Modern Languages BA (Hons)
Overview
On this BA (Hons) Modern Languages degree course, youll study one language in-depth, immersing yourself in the culture, history and identity of the communities that speak it. In an increasingly global world, equip yourself with the ability to connect with millions of people in their native language.
Youll have the choice to work towards fluency in one of the following languages:
• French – spoken by 267 million people worldwide
• German – spoken by 135 million people worldwide
• Spanish –...
<strong>Overview</strong><br/><br/>On this BA (Hons) Modern Languages degree course, youll study one language in-depth, immersing yourself in the culture, history and identity of the communities that speak it. In an increasingly global world, equip yourself with the ability to connect with millions of people in their native language.<br/><br/>Youll have the choice to work towards fluency in one of the following languages:<br/><br/><br/>• French – spoken by 267 million people worldwide<br/><br/><br/><br/>• German – spoken by 135 million people worldwide<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Spanish – spoken by 543 million people worldwide<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Mandarin Chinese – spoken by 1,120 million people worldwide<br/><br/><br/><br/>Boost your language and cultural studies with a year abroad on a study or work placement, in a country or region that speaks your chosen language. Previous students have experienced life in Germany, Spain, China, Taiwan, Latin America and Senegal.<br/><br/>Wherever you choose to go, this course and the year abroad will transform your passion for language into practical multilingual skills you can use to build your career in any field – from teaching to international management and finance, or media and marketing.<br/><br/><strong>Course highlights</strong><br/>• Take a work or study abroad placement in year 3, to fully absorb the history and culture of another country and develop the skills and experience you need to build a career across borders<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Put your language skills into practice in simulations, scenario exercises, television broadcasts and debates, so you’re ready to thrive in the wide world of work<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Choose to focus on the aspects of other countries that fascinate you – from their history and politics, through to economics and business<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Choose to mix and match optional modules, or tailor your course by selecting modules specifically within one of four specialisms: Teaching and education; Translation and interpreting; Culture and linguistics; Business and industry<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Careers and opportunities</strong><br/><br/>As early as 2014, UK Trade and Investment reported that the UKs lack of language skills was leading to a 3.5% loss in national income through trade. This highlights the need UK companies have for bilingual and multilingual employees.<br/><br/>Fast forward to a post-pandemic 2021, the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the world has dramatically increased and globalization of trade continues to grow (according to the DHL Global Connectedness Index). The professional language skills you develop on this course could set you apart in a global job market, whether you plan to work in the UK after graduation or pursue a career abroad.<br/><br/>What jobs can you do with a modern languages degree?<br/><br/>Roles you could go onto include:<br/><br/><br/>- bilingual consultant<br/><br/><br/>- multilingual project coordinator translator<br/><br/><br/>- translator/interpreter<br/><br/><br/>- diplomat<br/><br/><br/>- journalist<br/><br/><br/>- tourist guide<br/><br/><br/>- market analyst<br/><br/><br/>What areas can you work in with a modern languages degree?<br/><br/>This degree broadens your options so you can pursue almost any career. Learning a second language is useful in all sectors, including:<br/><br/><br/>- marketing<br/><br/><br/>- journalism and the media<br/><br/><br/>- international management<br/><br/><br/>- translation and interpreting<br/><br/><br/>- teaching<br/><br/><br/>- tourism<br/><br/><br/>- finance<br/><br/><br/>You could also continue your studies at postgraduate level with a Masters in a subject such as Translation Studies or Applied Linguistics and TESOL.After you graduate, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
R902
Institution Code
P80
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
96
104
96-104 points, to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent.
Scottish Higher
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Access to HE Diploma
96-106 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
25
25 points from the IB Diploma, to include 3 Higher Level subjects.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
MMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H3,H4,H4,H4,H4
H3,H3,H3,H4,H4
GCSE/National 4/National 5
2 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above to include English.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Scottish Advanced Higher
96-104 Tariff points to include a minimum of 2 Advanced Highers.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Cambridge Pre-U score of 42-44.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
A level
B,C,C
C,C,C
96-104 points, to include a minimum of 2 A levels.
T Level
M
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
96-104 points from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate including 1 A level, plus the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
International | £17,200 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |