Master 2 modern languages and understand how languages are created, learned and shaped. Choose to study French, German or Spanish with linguistics. Youll start at undergraduate level and get a master’s in 4 years.
96% of Modern Languages graduates were in employment or further study within 15 months of leaving university.*
Spend a year of this 4 year degree abroad on a university placement in 1 or 2 countries. Develop your language skills and critical thinking while learning about other societies and cultures.
You can choose a language you have not studi...
Master 2 modern languages and understand how languages are created, learned and shaped. Choose to study French, German or Spanish with linguistics. Youll start at undergraduate level and get a master’s in 4 years. <br/><br/>96% of Modern Languages graduates were in employment or further study within 15 months of leaving university.*<br/><br/>Spend a year of this 4 year degree abroad on a university placement in 1 or 2 countries. Develop your language skills and critical thinking while learning about other societies and cultures.<br/><br/>You can choose a language you have not studied. Youll get extra hours of teaching and funding for a language course abroad at the end of year 1 to make fast progress.<br/><br/>Whichever languages you choose, youll:<br/><br/>become a skilled linguist and familiar with how the languages are spoken<br/>gain the skills to interpret cultures and their beliefs and behaviours<br/>study a society or cultures where your chosen language is spoken<br/>write a dissertation on a topic that you are interested in<br/>Choose topics and gain expertise in areas that interest you most.<br/><br/>These include:<br/><br/>translation and interpreting<br/>contemporary society<br/>literature and film<br/>ethnography<br/>politics<br/><br/>*(Graduate Outcomes 2020/2021) latest, published 2023.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Provider Details
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Course Code
R9Q5
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherWe normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4 We are committed to ensuring that all learners with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a learner's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Access to HE DiplomaD:45 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 45 must be at Distinction, plus A in one named language A level. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme36 Pass, with 36 points overall with 18 points at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in one named languge. Applications where Higher Level subjects have been studied without the full Diploma, will also be considered on a case by case basis. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Diploma plus A in one named language A level. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C) Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Extended Diploma plus A in one named language A level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DD Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Diploma plus grade A in one named language A level. Scottish Advanced HigherOffers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 D3 D3 D3 in three principal subjects including one named language. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of A Level grade B. Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)D Distinction in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AA in one named language A level, and one further A level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)D Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AA in one named language A level, and one further A level. A levelA,A,A Typical Offer: AAA including one named language We are committed to ensuring that all students with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise a student’s potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Students who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. Strong candidates with an A level in one language but with no previous knowledge of the other language may still apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated language classes from beginner’s level. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)A AAA from three A levels including one named language or AA from two A levels including one named language and A from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. |
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