French and History BA (Hons)
University of ChesterExton Park, Chester
Course overview
Join us for an Applicant Day to meet current students, learn more about the University and get a taste of student life so you can decide if Chester is right for you. Our BA History and French combined honours degree offers a unique opportunity to explore nearly two millennia of history, from the Roman era to the modern day, as well as studying French in small, supportive groups and to explore the contemporary history of the French-speaking world through the medium of language.
Key highlights
- Explore nearly two millennia of history, from Roman era to today
- French taught in small, supportive groups
- Study contemporary history of the French-speaking world through the language
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 112 — Home Students International Students 112 UCAS points UCAS Tariff 112 points GCE A Level Typical offer - BCC-BBC BTEC Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - DMM International Baccalaureate 28 points Irish / Scot…
- A-level: BCC-BBC — Home Students International Students 112 UCAS points UCAS Tariff 112 points GCE A Level Typical offer - BCC-BBC BTEC Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - DMM International Baccalaureate 28 points Irish / Scottis…
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
- International Baccalaureate: 28 — …offer - BCC-BBC BTEC Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma - DMM International Baccalaureate 28 points Irish / Scottish Highers Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 Scottish Highers - BBBB Access requirements Acces…
- Scottish Highers: BBBB — Access requirements
- Access to HE Diploma — to include 45 credits at Level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit Extra Information 2 cohorts
- GCSE: C/4 — …credits at Level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit Extra Information 2 cohorts: GCSE grade C/4 in a modern foreign language is also required, or A Level French or equivalent.
Careers this course leads to
- Secondary school teacher (QTS)
- Translator
- Archivist
- Museum or heritage officer
- Civil service officer
- International relations officer
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: £14,950 per year for a full-time course* (2026/27) — More on International fees
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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