Program Overview

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BA (Hons) Spanish and Linguistics

Overview

The BA (Hons) Spanish and Linguistics course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the Spanish language and linguistics. The course aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge required to pursue a career in languages, linguistics, or related fields.

Course Information

The course is a four-year full-time program, with a period of residence abroad in the third year. The course is divided into four years, with each year building on the previous one to provide a comprehensive understanding of the Spanish language and linguistics.

Year 1

In the first year, students will study units designed to give them the key skills and ideas needed for the rest of the degree. The core modules include:

• Spanish Language and Hispanic Culture
• Spanish Language and the Hispanic World
• Spanish Fast Track 1
• Spanish Fast Track 2
• Morphology and Syntax
• Phonetics and Phonology

Year 2

In the second year, students will take further linguistics and Spanish units. The core modules include:

• Spanish Language in Professional Contexts
• Spanish Language in Cultural Contexts
• Sociolinguistics
• Language Acquisition

Year 3 (Study Abroad)

The third year is spent abroad in Spain, where students will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the language and culture. The core module is:

• Period of Residence Abroad (Spanish/French)

Year 4

In the final year, students will undertake further linguistics and Spanish units. The core modules include:

• Discourse Analysis
• Spanish Language and Sustainable Futures
• Spanish Language and the Graduate World

Entry Requirements

The typical offer for the course is 104-112 UCAS tariff points, with a minimum of grade C in A-level Spanish or equivalent. International students require an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, with no component below 5.5.

Fees and Funding

The tuition fees for the 2026/27 academic year are still being finalized. However, the standard undergraduate fees for UK/Channel Islands and EU/Non-EU international students can be found on the university's website.

Careers Support and Prospects

The course provides students with a range of transferable skills, including language skills, communication skills, and analytical skills. Graduates can pursue careers in teaching, translation, interpreting, international relations, international trade, intercultural consultancy, and global communication firms.

Research Areas

The department has a range of research expertise, including language education, intercultural communication, teacher development, TESOL, and language and globalization. The university is also home to the FLAME project, which integrates film, language, and media in education.

Accreditations, Awards, and Endorsements

The university has received an overall gold status in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), indicating outstanding student experience. The course is also accredited by the Office for Students (OfS), the independent regulator of higher education in England.