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Modern Languages BA (8R73)

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Discover more about our Modern Languages degree at Warwick

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8R73

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Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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4 years full-time, normally including a year abroad

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26 September 2022

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Modern Languages and Cultures

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University of Warwick

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Have a passion for language learning, but unsure which language to study?

A Modern Languages degree at Warwick enables you to study two or three languages and cultures. Study your chosen languages, the culture of your major language(s), and thematic modules across cultures. You may also spend a year studying or working abroad, boosting your skills and employability.

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This flexible degree programme allows you to study two or three languages and cultures to degree level. Alongside your language study, you can develop a specialism in the culture of your major language and also have the opportunity to study thematic modules across cultures. (If you wish to divide your time equally between two languages and their associated cultures, a joint honours combination may be more suitable).

You can choose one of two different routes on this degree:

• On route one (two languages), you specialise in one language and culture, while studying a second language as a minor subject.
• On route two (three languages) you focus on two major languages and cultures, while taking a third language as a minor subject. In your first year you will select a culture module from one language.

On route one you can choose your major language from: French, German, Italian or Spanish. Your second language can be selected from: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian or Spanish. 50% of your time will be devoted to language learning and the other 50% of your time will be spent studying cultural modules focused on your major language and/or selected from modules offered within the School.

On route two you can choose two languages from: French, German, Italian or Spanish. Your third language will be selected from: Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Russian or Spanish. 75% of your degree will be devoted to language learning and the remaining 25% of your time will be spent studying cultural modules focusing on one or more of your major languages.

We offer a wide range of modules within the School of Modern Languages and Cultures and the full range is open to you on both routes of this course. You will normally spend your second or third year abroad consolidating and enhancing your learning.

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Route one

On the first route in the BA Modern Languages, you will choose two foreign languages. Your first language must be post A-Level French, German, Italian or Spanish. Your second language can be either French, German, Italian, Spanish or Mandarin Chinese, Arabic, Japanese or Russian. Of these, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Mandarin can be taken at any level, beginners or advanced, whereas Arabic, Japanese or Russian will normally be taken at beginner's or post-GCSE level.

In your first year, in addition to your language modules, you will take a culture module in your first foreign language and can choose whether to take a further culture module in that first language, or a culture module from your second language (if French, German, Italian or Spanish), or a cross-school module in translation studies.

In each on-campus year of your degree you will continue with your two languages. Each year, you will take a culture module related to your first language and then select further cultural modules from the wide variety of options available across the School.

You may spend your second or third year abroad consolidating your learning. You can choose whether to spend the whole year in one destination, or to split the year between countries where your two languages are spoken.

Route two

In your first year, you will take three language modules and one module focussing on the culture of one of the languages you are studying. Your cultural module can be associated with either of your two first foreign languages (from French, German, Italian or Hispanic Studies); or a translation studies module.

At the end of your first year, you can decide whether to continue with your 3 languages or to move to the 2-language pathway (Route 1 above).

In each on-campus year of your degree you will continue with your three core language modules. You will select your cultural modules from the wide variety of options available across the School.

You may spend your second or third year abroad consolidating your learning. You can choose whether to spend the whole year in one destination, or to split the year between countries where your two main languages are spoken.

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We employ a variety of teaching styles within the School of Modern Languages including:

• Lectures
• Seminars
• Written and spoken language classes in small groups

You will spend the rest of your time:

• Studying independently
• Preparing for classes
• Reading
• Analysing materials set for study
• Writing essays
• Working on your language skills

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Seminars of around 15 students.

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Approximately 14 hours per week.

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We will track your progress through:

• Language assignments
• Essays
• Presentations
• Portfolio submissions
• Examinations (written and oral)

To help you improve your skills you will receive detailed and personalised feedback throughout your course.

Your intermediate and final year marks each contribute 50% of your final degree classification.

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Study abroad

We strongly recommend that you take a year abroad as part of your modern languages degree, if you are able to. If you are unable to take a year abroad you may move to a three-year degree. In such cases, you will be required to complete further language reinforcement work. You will also be encouraged to spend time abroad in other ways, during vacation times.

You will usually spend your year abroad doing one of three things:

• Working as a language assistant teaching English in a primary or secondary school
• Studying full-time at a partner university in your chosen country
• On a work placement

The year abroad options are flexible.

Find out more about flexible Year Abroad options.

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At what level can I learn each language?

• One of your languages must be post A level French, German, Italian or Spanish
• Your other language can be at any level (dependent on prior qualifications/experience). If you wish to begin two languages at beginner’s level, you are encouraged to discuss this with us before applying.
• Mandarin Chinese can be taken from beginner, intermediate or post A level (or equivalent) level maximum. Applicants with Mandarin Chinese language ability above this level, including native speakers, would not be able to study this language.
• Arabic, Japanese or Russian can usually only be taken at beginner’s or GCSE level. If you have any prior learning of the language please contact ugadmissions at warwick dot ac dot uk before applying.

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A level typical offer

AAB to include A in a language.

A level additional information

You must possess an A level in your first language choice (French, German, Italian or Spanish).

A level contextual offer

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the contextual eligibility criteria and whose predicted grades are close to, or slightly below, the contextual offer level. The typical contextual offer is ABB including A in a modern foreign language or Latin/Ancient Greek, with at least B in language chosen as language 1 (French, German, Spanish or Italian). See if you’re eligible.

General GCSE requirements

Unless specified differently above, you will also need a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or C (or an equivalent qualification) in English Language and either Mathematics or a Science subject. Find out more about our entry requirements and the qualifications we accept. We advise that you also check the English Language requirements for your course which may specify a higher GCSE English requirement. Please find the information about this below.

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IB typical offer

36 to include 6 in a Higher Level language.

IB additional information

You must be taking your first choice language (French, German, Italian or Spanish) at Higher Level.

IB contextual offer

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the contextual eligibility criteria and whose predicted grades are close to, or slightly below, the contextual offer level. The typical contextual offer is 34 including 6 in a Higher Level modern foreign language or Latin/Ancient Greek, with at least 5 in Higher Level language chosen as language 1 (French, German, Spanish or Italian). See if you’re eligible.

General GCSE requirements

Unless specified differently above, you will also need a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or C (or an equivalent qualification) in English Language and either Mathematics or a Science subject. Find out more about our entry requirements and the qualifications we accept. We advise that you also check the English Language requirements for your course which may specify a higher GCSE English requirement. Please find the information about this below.

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We welcome applications from students taking BTECs alongside an A level in their first language choice (French, German, Italian or Spanish).

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Which pathway are you interested in?

• Pathway One: study two languages and associated cultures
• Pathway Two: study two languages and cultures, and a third language as a minor subject

Pathway One: Year One

Pathway One lets you study two languages and associated cultures.

• Language 1
• Language 2
• Cultural module in Language 1
• Choose between two modules.

Pathway Two: Year One

Pathway Two lets you study two languages and cultures, and a third language as a minor subject.

• Language 1
• Language 2
• Language 3
• Choose between three types of modules

Pathway One: Intermediate Year

This might be your second year or your third year, depending on when you choose to take your year abroad.

• Continue Language 1
• Continue Language 2
• Culture module in Language 1
• Culture module in Language 1 or Language 2

Pathway Two: Intermediate Year

This might be your second year or your third year, depending on when you choose to take your year abroad.

• Continue Language 1
• Continue Language 2
• Continue Language 3
• Culture module from Language 1 or Language 2

Pathway One: Final Year

• Continue Language 1
• Continue Language 2
• Select culture module in Language 1
• Choose a culture module

Pathway Two: Final Year

• Continue Language 1
• Continue Language 2
• Continue Language 3
• Choose a culture module

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Explore our optional modules

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Find out more about fees and funding.

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There may be costs associated with other items or services such as academic texts, course notes, and trips associated with your course. Students who choose to complete a work placement or study abroad will pay reduced tuition fees for their third year.