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BA (Hons) Spanish (with a modern language) at Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Studying BA (Hons) Spanish (with a modern language) will help you to become a confident, skilled communicator in one of the world’s most widely spoken languages. Spanish is used across Europe, Latin America and beyond, opening doors to global opportunities in travel, culture and international work. On this degree, you’ll be part of a multicultural learning community, working alongside academics, international students and exchange students, who help bring the language to life in everyday contexts.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts and Humanities  |  Department: School of English  |  Duration: 4 years full-time, with a period of residence abroad year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This course places language learning within the wider context of Spanish studies including culture, society, literature, film and history. Language modules emphasise communicating effectively and developing transferable skills such as translating, interpreting and interview techniques, with practical language classes embracing speaking, listening, reading and writing. Year 1 core: Spanish Language and Hispanic Culture, Spanish Language and the Hispanic World, Spanish Fast Track 1, Spanish Fast Track 2, Intercultural Communication and Working in Languages, Modern Language. Year 2 core: Modern Language, Spanish Language in Cultural Contexts, Spanish Language in Professional Contexts. Year 3 core: Period of Residence Abroad (Spanish/French). Year 4 core: Modern Language, Spanish Language and Sustainable Futures, Spanish Language and the Graduate World.

Career pathways

Our BA (Hons) Spanish (with a modern language) graduates go into a wide variety of roles and sectors that make a difference, including: Teaching. Translating.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A level Spanish at Grade C or above, or accepted equivalent, is required for all applicants. GCE A levels - grades BCC or equivalent. Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma - grade DMM. Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum 106 UCAS Tariff points. UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall. OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM. T level - We welcome applications from students undertaking T level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Merit as a condition of offer. IB Diploma - Pass with a minimum overall score of 26 or minimum 104 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects, including H5 in Spanish. Other Level 3 qualifications equivalent to GCE A level are also considered. A maximum of three A level-equivalent qualifications will be accepted towards meeting the UCAS tariff requirement. AS levels, or qualifications equivalent to AS level, are not accepted. The Extended Project qualification (EPQ) may be accepted towards entry, in conjunction with two A-level equivalent qualifications. Please contact the University directly if you are unsure whether you meet the minimum entry requirements for the course. GCSE grade C/4 in English Language or equivalent, e.g. Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills English. IB: IB Diploma with minimum 26 points overall or 104 UCAS tariff points from three Higher Level subjects including H5 in Spanish. If you plan to meet the Level 2 course requirements through your IB Diploma you will need to achieve Higher Level 4 or Standard Level 5 in English. Students study Spanish with one of the following languages: French; Japanese; Mandarin Chinese; Modern Standard Arabic. Students will confirm their second language at enrolment. - French is available to beginners and to those with previous study of French up and including A level. - Japanese, Chinese and Arabic are open to students who have no background in the language and to those with prior learning experience at any level. Students with experience of Quranic Arabic can be considered. IELTS: 6.0 overall with no component below 5.5, taken within two years of course start date.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Standard UK and Channel Islands full-time fee for 2027/28 as stated on the course page Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time, with a period of residence abroad year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com

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