BA Norwegian and Portuguese
About this course
BA in Norwegian and Portuguese, a modern languages degree focusing on the study of Norwegian and Portuguese languages, literatures, and cultures. A compulsory year abroad immerses students in the societies of both languages. The first year covers foundational linguistic and cultural studies through Introduction to Portuguese Language and Lusophone Culture, Introduction to Norwegian Language and Culture, Introduction to Nordic Studies 1, and Introduction to Nordic Studies 2. The second year progresses to intermediate proficiency via Intermediate Portuguese Language and Lusophone Culture and Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture, with optional choices such as Nordic Literature in Context and Topics in Scandinavian Linguistics. The third year consists of SELCS Year Abroad Term 1 and SELCS Year Abroad Term 2. The final fourth year centres on Advanced Portuguese Language and Lusophone Culture, Advanced Norwegian Language and Culture, and Advanced Project Work in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish, alongside optional modules including Language and Ideology and The Cinema of Resistance: Second World War.
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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 34 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 58%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 56%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- 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: 55%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
- 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 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introduction to Portuguese Language and Lusophone Culture
- Introduction to Portuguese Literature
- The Brazilian Novel
- Introduction to Norwegian Language and Culture
- Introduction to Nordic Studies 1
- Introduction to Nordic Studies 2
- Intermediate Portuguese Language and Lusophone Culture
- Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture
- The Golden Age of Portuguese Travel Literature
- Afro-Brazilian Literature in Translation
- Nordic Literature in Context
- Topics in Scandinavian Linguistics
- Intermediate Norwegian Language and Culture 2
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 1
- SELCS Year Abroad Term 2
- Advanced Portuguese Language and Lusophone Culture
- Advanced Norwegian Language and Culture
- Advanced Project Work in Danish, Norwegian or Swedish
- Music, Nations, Society
- Metamorphosis: The Limits of the Human
- Organized Crime: Gangsters in Life and Art
- Sequential Art as a Form of Engagement
- Language and Ideology
- Dangerous Bodies and Lady Killers: Criminality and Gender in 19th Century European Culture and Histo
- The Cinema of Resistance: Second World War
- Manufacturing Consent: Media and the Making of the Modern World
- Song in Society
- East Asian Cinema
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BA Norwegian and Portuguese 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 Norwegian and Portuguese at University College London do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BA Norwegian and Portuguese at University College London?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BA Norwegian and Portuguese at University College London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 34 points in the IB. The average entrant had 153 UCAS points.
Does BA Norwegian and Portuguese at University College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BA Norwegian and Portuguese at University College London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.