BA (Hons) Modern Languages and Cultures with Year Abroad at Durham University

Programme overview

Develop advanced language skills and in-depth global cultural awareness in a complex, changing world as you explore a range of modern languages. A degree in modern languages is your passport to exciting international career opportunities. This BA offers you the opportunity to combine the development of high-level language skills with in-depth critical engagement with other cultures through studying literature, art, film and visual culture, history, and politics.

What you will study

In Year 1 you focus on the key skills of reading, writing, speaking and listening. You will also explore aspects of the literature, film, art, history and politics of the cultures you are studying, with an emphasis on target-language engagement. Compulsory modules include Languages.

Career pathways

A degree in Languages and Cultures will provide you with a portfolio of cultural knowledge, transferable skills and real-world experiences that is valued by employers worldwide. In particular, the year abroad which, as well as developing language abilities, can also greatly enhance your intercultural, problem-solving and communication skills.

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements: AAA including at least one language from Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish. Grade A at A level in French, German, Italian, Russian or Spanish is required to study that subject at advanced level. Grade A at A level in a modern European language is required to begin the study of a new beginners’ language, including French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Arabic. | Contextual offer: BBB including at least one language from Arabic, French, German, Italian, Russian, or Spanish. Grade B at A level in French, German, Italian, Russian or Spanish is required to study that subject at advanced level. Grade B at A level in a modern European language is required to begin the study of a new beginners’ language, including French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish and Arabic. | BTEC requirements: DDD including equivalent A level requirements as above.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home/Island full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 30,000 a year (2027/28). International/EU full-time tuition fee per year for September 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.durham.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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