Languages and Global Cultures
About this course
MLang Hons in Languages and Global Cultures is an undergraduate degree in Modern Languages focusing on the intersection of linguistic proficiency, cultural contexts, and international affairs. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, Project Management, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Ethics & Professional Practice, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, and Global & Comparative Perspective. The programme incorporates an academic year abroad at a partner institution during the second year, alongside substantial independent research projects in both the third and final years. The first year establishes fundamental competencies through modules such as Languages and Global Cultures Now, Becoming Independent in Languages (CEFR B1/B2) 1, and Advancing in Languages (CEFR B2 / HSK 5) - 2. The second year is dedicated to the MLang Global Engagement Year Project abroad. The third year advances fluency through Becoming Proficient in Languages (CEFR C1/C2 / HSK 6/6) - 3 and the Global Cultures Independent Project, while offering optional modules such as Global Film Genres and Literature and Environment. The final year concludes with advanced study including Global Leadership and the MLang Independent Project, complemented by optional choices like Foundations of Language Teaching and Sciences and Cultures Lab.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB. This should include grade B in either French, German or Spanish. IB: 35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects. This should include 6 in HL French, German or Spanish.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 76%
- Assessment and feedback: 60%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 35%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 47%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 30 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 55 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 43%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 9%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 17%
- South East: 6%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 3%
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%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Languages and Global Cultures Now
- Becoming Independent in Languages (CEFR B1/B2) 1
- Advancing in Languages (CEFR B2 / HSK 5) - 2
- Beginners Languages (CEFR A1/A2) 1
- Foundations of Language
- Global Challenges in World Politics
- History of Philosophy: Ideas that Shaped the West
- Parties, Populism and Protest
- Understanding Culture
- MLang Global Engagement Year Project
- Becoming Proficient in Languages (CEFR C1/C2 / HSK 6/6) - 3
- Global Cultures Independent Project
- Beginners Languages (CEFR A1/A2) 3
- Becoming Independent in Languages (CEFR B1/B2) 3
- Advancing in Languages (CEFR B2 / HSK 5) - 3
- Discovery Placement (CEFR B2 or HSK 5)
- Global Film Genres
- Literature and Environment
- The Politics of Borders and Migration
- Queer Futures (Discovery module)
- People Power and Collective Action (Discovery module)
- Confronting the Climate Crisis (Discovery module)
- Artistic Fusions (Discovery module)
- Global Leadership
- MLang Independent Project
- Applied Learning Studio 2: Connected Worlds
- Foundations of Language Teaching
- Independent Research
- Data to Argument: Digital Analysis in the Humanities
- Autocrats, Dictators and Caudillos: Dictatorship and Representation in the 20th and 21st Centuries
- Sciences and Cultures Lab
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Languages and Global Cultures at Lancaster University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £25,500 after 3 years, £31,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £38,500. The £31,000 median after five years is £2,000 less than the UK median for Language and area studies (other).
What do graduates of Languages and Global Cultures at Lancaster University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Languages and Global Cultures at Lancaster University?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Languages and Global Cultures at Lancaster University?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 152 UCAS points.
How many students continue on Languages and Global Cultures at Lancaster University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.