French and Portuguese BA 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Birmingham |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

24,480 GBPTuition Fee/year

Starting Month

SepStarting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Experience academic, professional, and cultural benefits when you study French and Portuguese in tandem.


This combination of languages equips you with a strategic knowledge and skillset that is highly valued in many international fields.


Course highlights


Why study French with Portuguese? French is the official language in 29 countries, and Portuguese is the sixth-largest language in the world, spoken by over 270 million people in over 10 countries. Combining study in these two languages can open a range of global graduate possibilities, from marketing, business and translation to teaching and the arts and cultural sector.

  • Study language and topics of cultural significance, designed and delivered by expert teachers and researchers.
  • Combine advanced or beginners' French with beginners' Portuguese.
  • Learn in a vibrant city that is culturally, ethnically and religiously diverse. Join our language and culture-based societies to further enhance your skills and contribute to the student-led Linguist Magazine.
  • Enjoy focused academic contact – We pride ourselves on competitive contact hours. These take place in small groups, encouraging active language learning through engagement with cultural material.  

Programme overview

Main Subject

Modern Languages

Degree

BA

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Experience academic, professional, and cultural benefits when you study French and Portuguese in tandem.


This combination of languages equips you with a strategic knowledge and skillset that is highly valued in many international fields.


Course highlights


Why study French with Portuguese? French is the official language in 29 countries, and Portuguese is the sixth-largest language in the world, spoken by over 270 million people in over 10 countries. Combining study in these two languages can open a range of global graduate possibilities, from marketing, business and translation to teaching and the arts and cultural sector.

  • Study language and topics of cultural significance, designed and delivered by expert teachers and researchers.
  • Combine advanced or beginners' French with beginners' Portuguese.
  • Learn in a vibrant city that is culturally, ethnically and religiously diverse. Join our language and culture-based societies to further enhance your skills and contribute to the student-led Linguist Magazine.
  • Enjoy focused academic contact – We pride ourselves on competitive contact hours. These take place in small groups, encouraging active language learning through engagement with cultural material.  

Admission Requirements

67+
176+
6.5+
88+
32+
A levels
  • A level grade B is required for any advanced language you wish to study. It is also possible to study two beginner (including post-GCSE) languages without taking an advanced language.
  • General Studies is accepted.

IB Diploma
  • 6,5,5 in Higher level subjects plus 32 points overall. You also require a Higher Level or equivalent in the modern language that you plan to study.

BTEC qualifications
  • BTEC Extended Diploma: DDM, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
  • BTEC Diploma: DD, plus a B at A level in the required subject/s mentioned above.
  • BTEC Subsidiary Diploma: D, plus AB at A level, including the required subject/s mentioned above.
Independent language diplomas:
  • If you would like to study advanced French as part of your programme but are not currently studying the required language at A level, we are happy to consider applications from those offering an independent language diploma at B2 level as demonstration of advanced language skills.
  • The independent language diplomas we would consider is DELF-B2 (French). This diploma is assessed against the criteria set by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, and can be studied for in your own time or through a language centre. These diplomas will be considered when taken in addition to three A levels or equivalent qualifications as outlined above.

4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
24,480 GBP

Scholarships

Selecting the right scholarship can be a daunting process. With countless options available, students often find themselves overwhelmed and confused. The decision can be especially stressful for those facing financial constraints or pursuing specific academic or career goals.

To help students navigate this challenging process, we recommend the following articles:

More programmes from the university

Philosophy PhD arrows

Go to Programme ::type_cta_button::
Undergrad Programmes 59