BA Dutch and Italian
About this course
BA in Dutch and Italian, a German and Italian degree focusing on the acquisition of two languages alongside the history, literature, and culture of the Netherlands, Flanders, and Italy. The course includes a compulsory year abroad spent immersing in the societies of both languages. The first year builds foundational proficiency through An Introduction to Dutch Language and Culture, Introduction to Dutch Studies 1, First Year Italian Language, and Introduction to Italian Studies 1. The second year progresses to intermediate language study alongside optional choices covering historical and literary topics such as Modern Dutch Literary Texts and Dante and Petrarch. The third year consists of a compulsory year abroad across both linguistic regions. The final year consolidates fluency through Advanced Dutch Language and Culture and Final Year Italian Language, while offering advanced optional modules and the chance to complete a Project in Dutch.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB (Previous study of a foreign language is preferred (not necessarily one of the named languages) but not required. Applicants may study two languages at beginner level and may seek advice from the departments concerned if needed.) IB: 34 points (A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects, with no higher level score below 5. Foreign language preferred.)
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What students say
Based on about 16 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: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 59%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 63%
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: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 215 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 67%
- South East: 8%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- An Introduction to Dutch Language and Culture
- Introduction to Dutch Studies 1
- Introduction to Dutch Studies 2
- First Year Italian Language
- Introduction to Italian Studies 1
- Introduction to Italian Studies 2
- Intermediate Dutch Language and Culture
- Second Year Italian Language
- Born out of Rebellion: The Netherlands from the Dutch Revolt to the Eve of World War I
- Modern Dutch Literary Texts
- Multiculturalism and Identity
- Italian Culture during Fascism
- Issues in Italian Syntax
- Italian Literature 1860-1925
- Writing Women in Renaissance Italy
- Dante and Petrarch
- Italians Abroad: A History of Italian Migration 1790-Today
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 1
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 2
- Ca'Foscari Year 2
- Advanced Dutch Language and Culture
- Final Year Italian Language
- At the Crossroads of Europe: Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg in the 20th and 21st Centuries
- The Contemporary in Dutch Literature
- Project in Dutch
- Advanced Translation
- Low Countries Cinema
- Futurism in Italy
- Nation, Culture and Society in Italy, 1860-1914
- Dante: Divina Commedia
- Identity and Performance in Renaissance Italy
- Words and Images: Italian Film Adaptations
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Dutch and Italian at University College London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £42,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,500 and £57,000. The £42,500 median after five years is £10,000 more than the UK median for German and Scandinavian studies.
What do graduates of BA Dutch and Italian at University College London do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Dutch and Italian at University College London?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Dutch and Italian at University College London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 151 UCAS points.
Does BA Dutch and Italian at University College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Dutch and Italian at University College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.