What will I learn?
About this courseDevelop your French, German or Spanish and critical thinking while getting a solid understanding of business management. Get skills and knowledge valuable to companies doing business worldwide. As part of your business management studies you'll learn about managerial decision-making and management techniques, explore how to inspire change within organisations and society and be challenged to think differently about businessoken.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.Key features of the course- Join a department that is 10th for Lingustics, Complete University Guide 2026- Choose topics in areas that interest you most, including translation and interpreting, contemporary society, literature and film, anthropology, history.- Spend a year of this 4 year dual language degree abroad on a workplace, teaching or university placement- 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.- Access to our Digital Humanities Hub and support from our team of expert academics and technicians.Student SupportYou’ll be taught by supportive experts who know you as an individual. Small-group seminars and personal tutors will help you build confidence. Beyond academics, you’ll have access to wellbeing resources, peer mentoring, and careers advice, all in a friendly, welcoming community.Further informationThe BA Modern Languages is a four-year, full-time course at our Avenue Campus. For details, visit our course page.
Which department am I in?
Languages, Cultures and Linguistics
Entry requirements
For international students
A-levels: ABB including one named language, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass, with 32 points overall with 16 points at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in one named language, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics; 4 in Higher or Standard Level Mathematics within the IB diploma can be accepted in lieu of Grade 6 GCSE. We can accept a grade 5 in GCSE mathematics if you achieve grade B in A level Maths, Physics, Economics, Geography, Psychology or Business. RQF BTEC: Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Diploma plus B in one named language A level, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics; Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC National Diploma plus B in one named language A level, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics; Distinction in the BTEC National Extended Certificate plus AB in A level German and one further A level, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics. QCF BTEC: Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Extended Diploma plus B in one named language A level, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics; Distinction, Distinction in the BTEC Diploma plus B in one named language A level, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics; Distinction in the BTEC Subsidiary Diploma plus AB in A level German and one further A level, and Grade 6 (Grade B) in GCSE Mathematics. Applicants must hold GCSE English language (or GCSE English) (minimum grade 4/C) and mathematics (minimum grade 6/B). We can accept a grade 5 in GCSE mathematics if you achieve grade B in A level Maths, Physics, Economics, Geography, Psychology or Business.
