BA (Hons) Modern Language with a Foundation Year
University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich
Course overview
At UEA, we believe everyone should have the chance to study at degree level. You might not yet have the required grades. You may need a little extra support.
You may need time to decide where your interests lie. If so, then our BA Modern Language with a Foundation Year is the perfect choice. Join us for an intensive and exciting year of study.
You can learn a new language, explore related subjects, and create a toolkit of essential academic skills. We’ll encourage you to work towards your own individual goals in a supportive and rewarding learning environment. You'll study a range of academic subjects alongside developing your language skills.
These might include Literature, History, Philosophy, Film, Media, History of Art and Politics. We’ll help you make links between different disciplines to spark your curiosity.
Key highlights
- Intensive foundation year builds essential academic skills for degree study
- Option to learn a new language from the start
- Explore related subjects including Literature, History, Philosophy and Politics
- Further options include Film, Media and History of Art
- Teaching encourages links between different disciplines
- Supportive environment helping students work towards individual goals
Entry requirements
- GCSE: 5/B — Additional GCSE Requirements: We also require GCSE grade 5 or B in any Modern Language or equivalent qualification.
- BTEC: MMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- T-level: Pass — Typical UK Entry Requirements: A Levels CCC Contextual offer: CDD BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM Contextual offer: MMP Combinations of BTEC and A Levels Access to HE Diploma Access to Humanities & Social Sciences pathway. Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. T Levels Pass
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 credits at Level 3
- A-level: CCC — Typical UK Entry Requirements: A Levels CCC Contextual offer: CDD BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: MMM Contextual offer: MMP Combinations of BTEC and A Levels Access to HE Diploma Access to Humanities & Social Sciences pathway. Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. T Levels Pass
- A-level: CDD — contextual offer
- BTEC: MMP — contextual offer
Careers this course leads to
- Translator
- Interpreter
- Language teacher
- International marketing executive
- Localisation specialist
- Export sales coordinator
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year
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 East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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