Learn German and Spanish languages, uncover the science behind communication, and spend a year abroad immersing yourself into the rich cultures and heritage of German-speaking or Spanish-speaking countries.
At York, we have a unique approach to studying languages. From the start, youll be taught and assessed in German and Spanish by expert staff, many of whom are native-speakers, so youll develop your fluency and communication skills rapidly. Combine an in-depth study of languages with analysis of cultural and social phenomena. Learn key skills in intercultural communicatio...
Learn German and Spanish languages, uncover the science behind communication, and spend a year abroad immersing yourself into the rich cultures and heritage of German-speaking or Spanish-speaking countries.<br/><br/>At York, we have a unique approach to studying languages. From the start, youll be taught and assessed in German and Spanish by expert staff, many of whom are native-speakers, so youll develop your fluency and communication skills rapidly. Combine an in-depth study of languages with analysis of cultural and social phenomena. Learn key skills in intercultural communication, such as observing, discovering, comparing, planning and creating across many different cultural contexts. Our transcultural and decolonised approach to language learning allows for deeper reflection on the values, attitudes, and practices of different cultures. York is one of the highest-ranked centres for research in linguistics in the UK, and the strength and diversity of our research is reflected in our teaching. Spending a year abroad will give you confidence in your German and Spanish, and allow you to have valuable first hand experiences of transcultural encounters. Get a head start in Teaching English as a Foreign Language at York. At York, youll benefit from being able to take TEFL modules in-house, as part of your degree. You can count the work you complete in your TEFL modules towards a CertTESOL qualification. This teacher training programme (also offered in-house) can qualify you to teach English to non-native speakers, including on your year abroad.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
R2R4
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Access to HE DiplomaD:36,M:9 Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction and 9 at Merit or higher including either German or Spanish-related units. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 With 6 in Higher Level German or Spanish. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level German or Spanish (or equivalent qualification) at grade B is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level German or Spanish equivalent. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaDDD We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in German or Spanish (or equivalent qualification) at grade B is essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level German or Spanish equivalent. Scottish Advanced HigherPlease use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,M2 Cambridge Pre-U German or Spanish at grade M2 is essential. Extended ProjectC If you achieve C or higher at EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)A B We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. A levelA,A,B Essential Subjects: German or Spanish (or equivalent) at grade B is essential. T LevelWe consider a range of T Level qualifications, in combination with an A Level in German or Spanish (or equivalent qualification). Please contact us to discuss your qualifications. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £25,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |