Study Japanese and Russian - BA (Hons) at University of Leeds in the UK, School of Languages, Cultures and Societies

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What will I learn?

In this fascinating and varied five-year degree, you’ll learn two major world languages and deepen your understanding of the modern world by exploring the histories and cultures of the nations that speak them. You’ll spend one year in Japan and another in a Russian-speaking country, improving your language skills and gaining first-hand experience of these cultures and societies to enrich your understanding of these amazing countries.We teach Japanese and Russian from beginners’ level, but if you already have some knowledge of either language we can also accommodate you. This programme also includes modules specifically designed for heritage speakers of Russian.Playing a significant role in the global economy and international politics, Japan is also home to a rich culture and history, and a varied, changing society. Boasting cultural ‘cool’ and high-tech innovation, Japan also faces complex social changes in the 21st century. This course will allow you to develop your Japanese language skills while exploring the diversity of Japanese society, politics, history and culture to understand its regional and global importance. One of the strengths of East Asian Studies at Leeds is that we have expertise which spans the many diverse aspects of this fascinating region.With approximately 170 million native speakers and tens of millions who speak it as a second language, Russian is a lingua franca not only in the Russian Federation but also in many parts of Eastern Europe, Central Asia and diasporic communities worldwide. Our course will equip you with the linguistic and intercultural skills to navigate this rich and complex cultures with confidence. The School of Languages, Cultures and Societies at Leeds is an exciting place for your undergraduate experience. Our diverse international community of students and staff, student-led societies and outstanding pastoral support creates a friendly and dynamic atmosphere for all our students.

Which department am I in?

School of Languages, Cultures and Societies

Study options

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees

£26,500.00 (US$ 34,223) per year

Accommodation (Self-catered En suite) - Starts £175 Per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Leeds, Main

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS2 9JT, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees

Information not available

Please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

Woodhouse Lane,

Leeds,

West Yorkshire,

LS2 9JT, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

A-level: AAB Other course specific tests: When an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be ABB at A Level including B in Russian and grade A in the EPQ.Alternative qualification Access to HE Diploma Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required. This course has additional subject specific requirements. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information. BTEC We will consider this qualification in combination with other qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information. Cambridge Pre-U D3, M1, M2 including M2 in Russian International Baccalaureate 35 points overall with 16 at Higher Level including 5 in Russian at Higher Level Irish Leaving Certificate (higher Level) H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 including H3 in Russian Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers AB in Advanced Highers including Russian and AABBB in Highers or A in Advanced Higher Russian and AABBB in Highers. Welsh Baccalaureate The Welsh Baccalaureate is not typically included in the academic conditions of an offer made to you for this course. If you choose to undertake the Welsh Baccalaureate we would strongly encourage you to draw upon these experiences within your personal statement, as your qualification will then be taken into account both when your application is initially considered by the selection panel and again when reviewed by the admissions tutor at the time your A-level results are passed to us. Other Qualifications European Baccalaureate: 80% including 8.0 in Russian.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.