Program Overview

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French and Hebrew BA

The French and Hebrew degree programme offers huge scope for developing in-depth, comparative and intercultural approaches to the humanities. Students will be able to choose from a wide range of modules including literature, linguistic traditions, history, sociology, philosophy, art, film or other aspects of the cultures associated with the languages they'll be learning.

Study Mode and Duration

• Study mode: Full-time
• Duration: 4 academic years

Tuition Fees

• UK tuition fees (2025/26): ｣9,535
• Overseas tuition fees (2025/26): ｣29,800

Programme Details

• Programme starts: September 2025
• Application deadline: 29 Jan 2025
• UCAS course code: R1Q4

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: ABB
• Subjects: French required at grade A
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4

Contextual Offer Information

• Grades: BBB
• Subjects: French required
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4

International Baccalaureate Diploma

• Points: 34
• Subjects: A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects to include French grade 6, with no higher level score below 5

Contextual Offer

• Points: 32
• Subjects: A total of 15 points in three higher level subjects to include French grade 6, with no higher level score below 5

UK Applicants Qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, the following are considered:

• Access to HE Diploma
• BTEC National Diploma
• Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects
• Scottish Advanced Highers
• T Levels
• UAL Extended Diploma
• Welsh Baccalaureate

International Applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

Course Overview

French language modules are taken at the UCL School of European Languages, Culture & Society (SELCS), while Hebrew modules are taken within UCL Hebrew & Jewish Studies. In the first, second, and final years, students will take modules in their chosen languages and the literature, culture, history, and linguistics related to them.

What This Course Will Give You

The programme provides an ideal environment for language study, offering a wide range of languages and state-of-the-art facilities. UCL has a very international population, providing numerous opportunities to practise and speak the chosen languages with native speakers and learn about the associated cultures and societies from them.

Teaching and Learning

• Degree studied on a 50/50 ratio between French and Hebrew
• Upon successful completion of 480 credits, students will be awarded a BA (Hons) in French and Hebrew

Modules

Please note that the list of modules given here is indicative. This information is published a long time in advance of enrolment, and module content and availability are subject to change.

Year Abroad

The third year is spent abroad, which will not only bring the language and culture to life but also strengthen resourcefulness and self-reliance. Students will normally spend this year studying at a university in their chosen country (or countries if studying two languages), but alternatives, such as work placements, may be possible.

Assessment

Modules are assessed by a mixture of written and oral examinations, essays, and other forms of coursework.

Employability

Popular career paths for graduates include the financial sector, the civil service, journalism, accountancy, publishing, education, advertising, the media, and law. Some graduates pursue careers that make special use of their language skills, including translating, interpreting, and teaching, while others continue with graduate training and research.

Fees and Funding

Fees for This Course

• UK students: ｣9,535
• International students: ｣29,800

Additional Costs

The department strives to keep additional costs low. Books and journal articles are usually available via the UCL library. Studying abroad may incur additional costs, estimated between ｣200｣1,000 per month, depending on the location.

Funding Your Studies

Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries. UK students whose household income falls below a certain level may also be eligible for a non-repayable bursary or for certain scholarships.

Next Steps

Your Application

Application for admission should be made through UCAS. The admissions process aims to assess linguistic abilities and attainments as well as cultural awareness and intellectual potential.