Modern Languages (2 Languages: French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Modern Languages (2 Languages: French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) BA (Hons)
Summary
Learning two languages opens up new ways to understand the world and connect across cultures.
On this course, you will develop fluency in two languages, choosing from French, German, Portuguese and Spanish. You will broaden your understanding of the societies and cultures where your chosen languages are spoken, gaining insight into different cultures, perspectives and ways of thinking. Youll become immersed in the language and familiar with how it is spoken, as well as develop the skills to interpret cultures and their beliefs and behaviour...
<strong>Summary</strong><br/><br/>Learning two languages opens up new ways to understand the world and connect across cultures.<br/><br/>On this course, you will develop fluency in two languages, choosing from French, German, Portuguese and Spanish. You will broaden your understanding of the societies and cultures where your chosen languages are spoken, gaining insight into different cultures, perspectives and ways of thinking. Youll become immersed in the language and familiar with how it is spoken, as well as develop the skills to interpret cultures and their beliefs and behaviours.<br/><br/>Alongside building your language skills, you will study topics such as translation, literature, film and contemporary society. This combination allows you to understand not just how language works, but how it is used in real world contexts.<br/><br/>As you progress, you will develop strong communication, analytical and intercultural skills, preparing you for a wide range of international careers. A degree in languages equips graduates with a deep understanding of the intricacies of language, communication, and cultural contexts. This expertise is invaluable in our increasingly globalised world, where clear cross-cultural communication is paramount. Our graduates have went on careers as data analysts, marketing executives, translators, language teachers, lexicographers, language therapists as well as working in a variety of fields including publishing, law, diplomatic service, NGOs and many more.<br/><br/><strong>Key features of the course</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Join a department that is 7th for Linguistics (Times UK University Rankings 2026), and 10th for Languages & Linguistics (The Guardian League Table 2026)<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Our department was ranked 1st for graduate prospects in Linguistics, Times UK University Rankings 2026.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Choose topics in areas that interest you most, including translation and interpreting, contemporary society, literature and film, anthropology, history<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Spend a year of this 4 year dual language degree abroad on a workplace, teaching or university placement<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Options to take related modules in other disciplines such as Philosophy and Film, allowing you to tailor your module choices to your own interests and career choices.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access to our Digital Humanities Hub and support from our team of expert academics and technicians.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Student support</strong><br/><br/>You will be taught by experts who take the time to know you as an individual. Through small group seminars and support from your personal tutor, you will build confidence in your language skills and your ideas.<br/><br/>You will also have access to wellbeing services, peer mentoring and dedicated careers support, all within a welcoming and supportive community.<br/><br/><strong>Further information</strong><br/><br/>BA Modern Languages is a four year full time course based at Avenue Campus.<br/><br/>Find out more on our course page.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site - Highfield Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
R902
Institution Code
S27
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
We 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 Diploma
D:24,M:21
60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3, of which 24 must be at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit, plus B in one named language A level. 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. 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.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
30
Pass, with 30 points overall with 15 points at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in one named language. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages. 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. International Baccalaureate Career 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.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
Distinction, Distinction, Merit in the BTEC National Extended Diploma and one named language at A level. 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.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3,H3
H2 H2 H3 H3 H3 H3 including one named language. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages. 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.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 4/C)
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
DD
Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Diploma plus B in one named language A level. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Extended Diploma plus B in one named language A level. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Diploma plus B in one named language A level. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages. 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.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Offers 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 Admissions for more information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M2,M2,M2
M2 M2 M2 in three principal subjects including one named language. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages. 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.
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
D
Distinction in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus BB in one named language A level, and one further A level. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus BB in one named language and one further A level. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages. 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.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus BB in one named language and one further A level. Candidates with either French or German but with no previous knowledge of the other language may apply for this programme. Students on this route would study accelerated French or German language classes from beginner’s level and can reach up to degree level in both languages.
A level
B,B,B
Typical Offer: BBB including one named language. If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: BBC including one named language, and grade A in the EPQ 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.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
B
BBB from 3 A levels including one named language or BB from two A levels including one named language and B from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate 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. 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.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £24,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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