BA Spanish and Russian at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Experience a unique and powerful combination of linguistic and cultural expertise, connecting you to two geopolitically important regions. Gain advanced language skills and a deep understanding of the interconnected histories, economies, and cultures of Europe, Latin America, and Russia.

Department: Modern Languages | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Discover: Personal, Academic and Professional Development in Modern Languages, Red Lives: A Cultural History of Soviet Life and Its Afterlife, Roots of the Rus': Language, Culture, and Civilisation, LC Russian Language 1 (Beginners): Decoding and Discovering Russian, Introduction to Hispanic Cultures, Spanish Language 1 (Advanced), Spanish Language 1 (Beginners).

Career pathways

On our Modern Languages courses, you’ll build skills that are useful in workplaces all over the world, preparing you to succeed in lots of different careers after university. Our Modern Languages graduates have a wide range of skills that are valued by employers, such as:.

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Entry requirements

A Level: ABB A level grade B is required for any advanced language you wish to study. See below for full information. IB: 6,5,5 including 32 points total. See below for full information. BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s. See below for full information. Number of A levels required: 3. A level grade B is required for any advanced language you wish to study. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). per year for domestic (UK) students for 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 25,320 a year (2027/28). per year for international students for 2027/28 Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://digital.ucas.com/coursedisplay/courses/bef935d5-1e57-429b-ac7a-4a62b5e36da0

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