BA Modern Languages at University of Bristol

Programme overview

In an increasingly globalised world, multilingualism and intercultural understanding have never been more important. Our flexible Modern Languages degree (on which you can study one, two or three languages and their related cultures) presents an exciting opportunity for you to explore the past, interpret our present and shape your future. You can choose from French, German, Italian, Portuguese (beginners only), Russian and Spanish.

What you will study

In year one, you take core language units (grammar, reading, writing, speaking, listening) and gain an introduction to the culture and history of countries where your language(s) is/are spoken. In years two and four, you take a combination of core and optional language classes and complementary units. The latter may include history, film and visual culture, literature, linguistics, translation and politics.

Career pathways

Students who spend time overseas ‘consistently achieve better academic outcomes, secure more professional-level jobs and earn higher salaries’ than those who do not ('Gone International: A New Generation’, Universities UK International, 2025). Modern Languages courses for 2027: BA Comparative Literatures and Cultures and Modern Languages: Study type Full-time only Course type Joint honours UCAS code QR21 BA English and Modern Languages: Study...

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: ABB including a modern language. Where a candidate is not taking an A-level in a modern language, we may accept ABB plus a standalone language qualification at CEFR level B1. Further details available on our Modern language requirements page . A-level contextual offer: BBC including B in a modern language. Where a candidate is not taking an A-level in a modern language, we may accept BBC plus a standalone language qualification at CEFR level B1. Further details available on our Modern language requirements page . BTEC: DDM in any Applied General. IB Diploma: 32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 5 at Higher Level in a modern language. We may accept a standalone language qualification at CEFR level B1, in lieu of a modern language. Further details available on our Modern language requirements page . Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AB including a modern language, and Higher: AABBB. We may accept a standalone language qualification at CEFR level B1, in lieu of a modern language. Further details available on our Modern language requirements page . GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in writing and 6.5 in all other skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code R900).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 26,500 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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