Modern Languages and History - BA (Hons)

Investigate unfamiliar territory and study language, culture and society through this complementary combination. Combine your studies in your language of choice with a deep dive into the periods of History which interest you the most. Study your chosen language and the cultures and societies where it is spoken. Combine language learning with an enhanced understanding of a wide range of topics in History. Learn a modern language from beginner or advanced level - choose from French, German, or Spanish. Pursue your passions with a wide range of specialist optional History modules, spanning a huge chronological range and most of the globe. Year Abroad One of the most exciting elements of any degree in Modern Languages is the opportunity to spend your third year abroad, perfecting your language skills, developing a thorough appreciation of another culture and acquiring all manner of transferable skills. We’ll help you organise your time away, and you’ll be supported throughout by your Year Abroad Coordinator, as well as our academic and wellbeing teams. This means you can relax and embrace hands-on opportunities working, studying or visiting in your chosen countries Top 75 for Modern Languages in the QS World Subject Rankings 2026 12th in the UK Complete University Guide 2027 68th in the world QS World Rankings 2027