Modern Languages and Cultures BA

University of Sheffield

United Kingdom, Sheffield

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University of Sheffield

United Kingdom , Sheffield

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

T900

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines24-Sep-2026

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 23,810 / year(s)

Next Intake 24-Sep-2026

Modern Languages and Cultures BA

About

Course description

Why study this course?

Choose from 10 languages

Students can choose from Catalan, Czech, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Luxembourgish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish.

Flexibility and choice

Try out one or two new languages and decide at the end of your first year what your portfolio will look like.

Europe and beyond

Although Europe remains our main focus, we take a special interest in European cultural, political and linguistic impact in the wider world such as French in Africa, and Spanish, French and Dutch in the Caribbean.

Outside the classroom

Languages can take you in many different directions and at Sheffield we offer a wide range of opportunities to gain and apply knowledge in the ‘real’ world during your degree, whether it is in our Spanish concert, performing a play or helping an author break into the British market by translating their work.

Learn to communicate fluently and effectively in one, two or three languages, while acquiring a sophisticated understanding of modern European cultures.

A modern languages and cultures degree allows you to study one, two or three languages, from a choice of 10. Whatever you choose, you’ll be able to combine areas of interest like visual cultures, literary studies, post-colonialism, and language families – structuring your studies according to what you find interesting.

With a year spent abroad, speaking the languages and studying or working in the cultures of your chosen countries, you’ll expand your personal and academic horizons. On your return to Sheffield you’ll build on your experience and take your linguistic skills to an advanced level.

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry requirements

With Access Sheffield, you could qualify for additional consideration or an alternative offer - find out if you're eligible.

Standard offer

The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
ABB
typically including a modern foreign language

A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification: BBB typically including a modern foreign language + B in the EPQ
International Baccalaureate: 33 typically with 5 in a Higher Level modern foreign language
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in a relevant subject + an appropriate modern foreign language qualification
BTEC Diploma: DD + B at A Level typically in a modern foreign language
Scottish Highers + 1 Advanced Higher: AABBB + B typically in a modern foreign language
Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels: B + AB typically including a modern foreign language
Access to HE Diploma: Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit

Routes for mature students

Other requirements

If you are not studying a modern foreign language, the department will consider other evidence of aptitude for language learning (such as a languages GCSE at grade 6/B, or an English language qualification for non-native speakers of English)

Access Sheffield offer

The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
BBB
typically including a modern foreign language

A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification: BBB typically including a modern foreign language + B in the EPQ
International Baccalaureate: 32 typically with 5 in a Higher Level modern foreign language
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM in a relevant subject + an appropriate modern foreign language qualification
BTEC Diploma: DD + B at A Level typically in a modern foreign language
Scottish Highers + 1 Advanced Higher: ABBBB + B typically in a modern foreign language
Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels: B + BB typically including a modern foreign language
Access to HE Diploma: Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 24 at Distinction and 21 at Merit

Routes for mature students

Other requirements

If you are not studying a modern foreign language, the department will consider other evidence of aptitude for language learning (such as a languages GCSE at grade 6/B, or an English language qualification for non-native speakers of English)

English language requirements |

You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification

Equivalent English language qualifications

Visa and immigration requirements

Other qualifications | UK and EU/international

Pathway programme for international students

If you're an international student who does not meet the entry requirements for this course, you have the opportunity to apply for an International Foundation Year in Business, Social Sciences and Humanities at the University of Sheffield International College. This course is designed to develop your English language and academic skills. Upon successful completion, you can progress to degree level study at the University of Sheffield.

If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the school/department.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements |

Equivalent English language qualifications

Visa and immigration requirements

Other qualifications | UK and EU/international

Career

Graduate careers

Our graduates are excellent communicators, confident and articulate, adaptable and culturally aware. They work in international development organisations, business and banking, translating, intelligence services, journalism, the charity sector, teaching, copywriting, publishing, theatre and television production, PR, and international sales and marketing.

Many of our students go on to postgraduate study, research, and an academic career.

The academic aptitude and personal skills that you develop on your degree will make you highly prized by employers, whatever your chosen career path after university: