Program Overview

Danish and Russian BA

The Danish and Russian BA program is offered by University College London (UCL) and is taught across two departments: the School of Slavonic and East European Studies (SSEES) and the School of European Languages, Culture and Society (SELCS). This program allows students to become fluent in Russian and gain near-native Danish language skills, while also exploring the history, culture, and geopolitics of the regions where these languages are spoken.

Program Overview

The program offers a wide range of modules, including literature, linguistic traditions, history, sociology, philosophy, art, film, and other aspects of the cultures associated with the languages being learned. Students will spend their third year abroad, split between two countries where their chosen languages are spoken, achieving the same linguistic competence regardless of whether they start a language from scratch or have previous knowledge of it.

Study Mode and Duration

• The program is offered on a full-time basis.
• The duration of the program is 4 academic years.

Tuition Fees

• UK tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year are ｣9,790.
• Overseas tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year are ｣32,000.

Entry Requirements

A Levels

• Grades: ABB
• Subjects: A level or equivalent in a foreign language required (not necessarily one of the named languages).
• GCSEs: English Language at grade B or 6 and Mathematics at grade C or 4.

IB Diploma

• Points: 34
• Subjects: A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects to include a foreign language, with no higher level score below 5.

Contextual Offer

• Grades: BBB
• Points: 32
• Subjects and GCSEs as per the standard A level and IB Diploma requirements.

Application and Selection

Applications are made through UCAS. The admissions process aims to assess linguistic abilities, attainments, cultural awareness, and intellectual potential. Interviews may be conducted by telephone to establish a level of language ability.

Course Structure

The program includes compulsory language modules in Danish and Russian, accompanied by credits in literature/culture. Optional modules are available in culture, literature, film, history, and linguistics, which may be language-specific or interdisciplinary in focus.

Year Abroad

The third year is spent abroad, split between two countries where the chosen languages are spoken. This year abroad brings the language and culture to life, strengthens resourcefulness and self-reliance, and provides valuable experience that enhances future learning and career prospects.

Teaching and Learning

• Language classes focus on developing active skills through various methods and media.
• Typical contact hours vary between 8-12 hours per week, depending on the year of study and module choice.
• Independent study is expected, with students engaging with key topics and required readings in preparation for discussions.

Assessment

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

Employability

Graduates pursue careers in teaching, education, accountancy, financial services, publishing, journalism, translation, hospitality, leisure, tourism, retail, wholesale, health and social care, IT, technology, performance, creative arts, advertising, marketing, HR, and media. Employers include KPMG, Barclays Bank, Bloomberg, BBC, British Council, and more.

Fees and Funding

• UK undergraduate fees are subject to parliamentary approval and may increase for subsequent years.
• International undergraduate students benefit from a cohort guarantee, meaning their tuition fees will not increase during the course of the program, unless indicated otherwise.
• Various funding options are available, including student loans, scholarships, and bursaries.