Interested? See
BA (Hons)

Modern Languages

Duration
3 years
Start
September 2024
UCAS Code
See individual language details
Delivery
In-person

Prepare yourself for success in this truly global age, by learning two (or even three) modern languages. This opens the doors to a world of opportunities for your future. Choose from Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish.

Why study with us

  • 3rd
    in the UK for student satisfaction
    Complete University Guide (Linguistics)
    2023/24
  • You’ll have the opportunity to work or study abroad for a short time. You can enhance your language skills, improve your confidence and experience a different culture.
  • Choose to study two languages from Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish. You'll have the chance to pick up a third later in your course.
  • Our Worldwise Learning Centre offers support with your study of world languages, cultures, travel, and work or study abroad.
Interested?
Download

What you'll do

  • Study two languages from Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish. You'll also have the chance to pick a third language via our language elective programme.
  • You’ll have the chance to learn through total immersion, by working or studying abroad. Hone your skills, improve your confidence and experience a different culture.
  • Cultural diversity is one of our distinguishing features. You’ll learn from an experienced team of languages scholars that includes 20 different nationalities.
Slide 1 of 6
Next

Lynn Everson gives her advice to language students

Modules

The modules you'll study will depend on the pathway you choose. You'll study compulsory modules related to your chosen language pathway from Chinese, French, Japanese, Korean, Russian or Spanish.

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of our published course information. However, our programmes are subject to ongoing review and development. Changing circumstances may cause alteration to, or the cancellation of, courses. Changes may be necessary to comply with the requirements of accrediting bodies or revisions to subject benchmarks statements. As well as to keep courses updated and contemporary, or as a result of student feedback. We reserve the right to make variations if we consider such action to be necessary or in the best interests of students.

Visit us on campus

Sign up for one of our upcoming Open Days and discover what university life is really like.

Book an Open Day

Future careers

Studying our BA (Hons) Modern Languages course can open the doors to a wide range of career options, whether at home or abroad. From finance and tourism, to teaching and government work.

Entry requirements

We will consider your educational achievements, predicted grades, work experience and personal statement. If you don't meet the grades for your chosen course, we will consider you for other programmes.

We know that many factors can influence the grades you achieve in school or college. If your life experience has affected your academic studies, we can take this into account. Use the UCAS Points Calculator below to check whether you are eligible.

Unsure if you meet our entry requirements? Contact our friendly Course Enquiries team to talk through your options.

  • If you wish to study your chosen language at post A-Level you should have previously studied it at A2 Level, inclusive of the entry tariffs below. Please check the language options above for language level availability. Usually at least one language must be studied at A2. Some language ability should be evident in the application for studying ab inito. UCAS: 104-112 points at A2
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM
  • BTEC Diploma: D*D-D*D*
  • Pass Access Course: 104-112 points
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass including 104-112 points from Higher Level subjects
  • T Level: M
  • IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5
  • GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent
  • GCSE, AS or A-Level in a foreign language is preferable for entry

Use our UCAS points calculator

Discover how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth
Calculate your grades

Not got the grades?

Our courses with a foundation year could be exactly what you're looking for. They provide an alternative route to study for this degree.

Find out more about our courses with a foundation year.

Fees and funding

2024/25
UK
Full-time£9,250 per year
Sandwich year£1,500 for the sandwich year
International
Full-time£16,500 per year

Scholarships and bursaries

We have a wide range of bursaries, scholarships and funds available to help support you whilst studying with us.

Select your country to see eligibility information and how to apply by selecting more info on the cards below.

Interested?
Download

This course is delivered by the School of Psychology and Humanities

For information on possible changes to course information, see our essential and important course information

You can find regulations and policies relating to student life at the University of Central Lancashire on our student contract page