Modern Languages (French / German / Italian / Spanish) and English Language, BA (Hons)

Our BA in Modern Languages and English Language invites students to explore the central role of language in human society. This flexible programme allows you to study a core modern language—such as French, German, Italian, or Spanish—alongside English language modules, with options for introductory courses in languages like Arabic, British Sign Language, Chinese (Mandarin), or others, subject to availability.Delivered by experts from the Departments of Languages and Cultures and English Language and Applied Linguistics, the course provides a solid foundation in language mechanics and usage within a vibrant, multilingual community. You will learn from internationally recognised researchers in areas including linguistics and translation, supported by outstanding teaching—98% of students rated staff highly in the 2023 National Student Survey. Core modules encompass topics like Sounds, Grammar and Meaning, Sociolinguistics, and language-specific studies, though all are subject to final approval for 2025/26. For details, visit the programme page.

The following modules have been approved in principle for delivery in 2025/26. Please note that as part of our current curriculum improvement process, all modules require final University approval and may be subject to change. Core modules on this course: Sounds, Grammar and Meaning, English Language and Society, English Grammar and Phonology, Sociolinguistics, French, German, Italian or Spanish language modules. The University cannot guarantee that all optional modules will be available to all students who may wish to take them. Further information about the content of final approved modules will be available in the summer of 2024. We suggest that you regularly revisit our course page during this time to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding the modules offered on this programme. Check our website for more details about the course structure.