BA Linguistics And Modern Languages
About this course
BA (Hons) in Linguistics and Modern Languages, a joint degree combining the scientific study of human language with the practical acquisition of a modern European language. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Historical Research, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Human Behaviour, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The programme includes a compulsory year abroad and an optional placement year. The first year introduces general linguistic principles and grammar alongside core language modules in French or Spanish at beginner or intermediate levels, complemented by optional cultural modules. Year two advances phonetic and morphosyntactic analysis while continuing language development at an advanced level, alongside various thematic options spanning historical and regional topics. Following the compulsory year abroad spent studying or working in a host country, the final year centres on an independent dissertation project, advanced language proficiency modules, and specialized options such as Psycholinguistics, Corpus Linguistics, and Second Language Acquisition.
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Entry requirements
For all Modern Languages courses: Relevant modern language preferred. Our courses are designed to cater for those who have studied one or more languages as well as offering pathways for those beginning a language from scratch - there is no modern language language requirement for the beginner's language route. Offers are tariff based, 104 - 128 tariff points from a Level 3 qualification* e.g.: A Levels: Relevant modern language preferred (no language required for beginner's language route). General Studies and Key Skills not normally accepted. BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM City & Guilds Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080): considered on a case-by-case basis International Baccalaureate Diploma: including grade H5 in a relevant modern language (no language required for beginner's language route); grade H5 in English Literature or English Language preferred but not required. Access to Higher Education: pass required Welsh Baccalaureate*: We will accept this qualification in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications T Levels*: T Levels in a relevant subject considered on a case-by-case basis Extended Project Qualification: Points can include a relevant Extended Project (EPQ) but must include a minimum 2 full A-levels, or equivalent.
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 76%
- Learning resources: 80%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 25%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 55%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 28%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 8%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 8%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 4%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 31%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Introduction to English Grammar
- Introduction to Phonetics and Phonology
- Introduction to Language
- Describing Language
- Transnational Cultures
- Language and Culture: A Toolkit
- Beginners French A
- Beginners French B
- Intermediate French A
- Intermediate French B
- Beginners Spanish A
- Beginners Spanish B
- Intermediate Spanish A
- Intermediate Spanish B
- Sounds and Sound Systems
- Morphosyntax
- Welsh Linguistics
- Diversity in the Welsh Language
- Researching Language(s)
- History of English
- Analysing Discourse
- Identities in World Cinema
- Reading Fantastic Literatures
- Galician
- History of Galicia
- Advanced French A
- Advanced French B
- Advanced Spanish A
- Advanced Spanish B
- Study Placement Abroad: Alternative Assessment 1 (Year)
- Study Placement Abroad: Alternative Assessment 1 (Semester)
- Placement Abroad 1 (Year)
- Placement Abroad 1 (Semester)
- Linguistics and English Language Undergraduate Dissertation
- Dissertation (Bilingual)
- Aspects of Bilingualism
- Introduction to Speech Language Therapy
- English as a Foreign Language Theory
- Language Disorders and Bilingualism
- Second Language Speech Learning
- Second Language Acquisition and Language Teaching
- Phonology and the Bilingual Mind
- Psycholinguistics
- Welsh Linguistics
- Cognitive Discourse Analysis
- Fundamentals of Corpus Linguistics
- Approaching Translation
- Languages and Ecologies
- Reading Contemporary Galician Culture
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language
- Single Honours Dissertation
- Proficient French A
- Proficient French B
- Proficient Spanish A
- Proficient Spanish B
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Linguistics And Modern Languages at Bangor University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £17,500 after 3 years, £23,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,500 and £28,500. The £23,000 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Linguistics.
What do graduates of BA Linguistics And Modern Languages at Bangor University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Linguistics And Modern Languages at Bangor University?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Linguistics And Modern Languages at Bangor University?
The average entrant had 98 UCAS points.
Does BA Linguistics And Modern Languages at Bangor University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Linguistics And Modern Languages at Bangor University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.