BA German and Italian
About this course
BA in German and Italian, a four-year modern languages degree focused on developing advanced linguistic proficiency alongside cultural, literary and historical studies of both countries. The course includes a compulsory year abroad spent immersing in the societies of target languages. The first year establishes core language foundations and cultural contexts through Introduction to German Studies 1, Introduction to German Studies 2, First Year Italian Language, Introduction to Italian Studies 1 and Introduction to Italian Studies 2. During the second year, students build on these skills with Second Year Italian Language, alongside optional modules covering topics such as German translation, modern history and medieval literature. The third year consists of SELCS Year Abroad Term 1 and SELCS Year Abroad Term 2. The final year concentrates on advanced fluency and specialized analysis through compulsory modules including Discussion and Essay in German and Final Year Italian Language, supplemented by optional choices examining political thought, film and specialized historical case studies.
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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
- Introduction to German Studies 1
- Introduction to German Studies 2
- First Year Italian Language
- Introduction to Italian Studies 1
- Introduction to Italian Studies 2
- Modern German Language and Culture
- German for Beginners 1
- Second Year Italian Language
- German Translation
- Aspects of Twentieth Century German History
- Love-Violence-Laughter: Medieval and Early Modern Literature and Culture
- Debating Enlightenment: Literature and Culture 1740-1870
- The Challenge of Modernity: Literature and Culture 1870-Present
- Metropolen
- The New German Cinema
- German for Beginners 2
- Italian Culture during Fascism
- Issues in Italian Syntax
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 1
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 2
- Discussion and Essay in German
- Final Year Italian Language
- German Political and Social Thought
- History and Representation: The Holocaust as a Case Study
- Austrian Literature 1890 - 1938: from Empire to Republic
- Language, Power and Ideology
- Surveillance
- Weimar and Nazi Film
- Advanced German Translation
- War and Violence in Twentieth Century Germany
- The Writing of WG Sebald
- Futurism in Italy
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA German 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 German 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 German 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 German 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 German 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 German and Italian at University College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.