Program Overview

Modern Languages with Business Management BA

The Modern Languages with Business Management BA program at the University of Birmingham offers students the opportunity to combine language learning with modules focusing on economics, management, marketing, and more. This program aims to increase employability by providing students with the skills to communicate in another language and understand the history, politics, and culture of the region.

Course Overview

• The program allows students to dive into their language of choice and combine it with business management modules.
• Students can choose from a variety of languages, including French, German, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, and Catalan.
• The program includes a year abroad in the country of the chosen language, providing students with hands-on experience and the opportunity to develop their language skills.

Course Highlights

• The University of Birmingham is ranked Top 10 in the UK for German and Iberian languages, and Top 20 for French, according to the Complete University Guide 2026.
• The program offers a varied degree with a third of the course dedicated to business studies and a year abroad.
• Students will learn language and topics of cultural significance, designed and delivered by expert teachers and researchers.
• The University's business school holds the prestigious 'triple-crown' accreditation from the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), the Association of MBAs (AMBA), and the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS).

Course Delivery

• The program includes lectures, seminars, and tutorials, providing students with a comprehensive learning experience.
• Lectures give students an insightful introduction to key topics, while seminars are small group discussions where students share and test ideas with their academic tutor and peers.
• Tutorials provide students with the opportunity to receive personalized feedback and guidance from their tutors.

Support During Studies

• The University offers a range of support services, including personal academic tutors, wellbeing officers, and an academic writing advisory service.
• Students will have access to a student experience team, which offers research opportunities, cultural, intellectual, and social activities to enhance their university experience.

Module Information

• The program includes a range of modules, including language modules, business management modules, and optional modules.
• Students will take 40 credits in business management and 80 credits in one modern foreign language in their first year.
• The program includes a year abroad, where students will have the opportunity to study, work, or visit in their chosen country.

Entry Requirements

• A Level: AAB, with grade B required for the advanced language.
• IB: 6,6,5, with 32 points overall.
• BTEC: DDM, plus B at A level in the required subject.
• English language requirements: IELTS 6.5, with no less than 6.0 in any band, or equivalent.

Fees and Scholarships

• The University tuition fee for domestic students is £9,535 per year for 2026/27.
• The University offers a range of scholarships, grants, and bursaries to support students with their studies.
• Undergraduate loans are available to help with the cost of studies.

Career Opportunities

• The program provides students with a range of skills that are valued by employers, including strong communication and presentation skills, independence, and experience of living abroad.
• Graduates have gone on to secure roles in a range of industries, including translation, management, and communications.
• The University's careers network offers support and guidance to help students achieve their career goals.

Related Courses

• Modern Languages BA
• Business Management BSc

Student Experience

• The University offers a range of accommodation options, including halls of residence and private accommodation.
• Students will have access to a range of facilities, including libraries, sports centers, and student unions.
• The University provides a range of support services, including academic support, wellbeing support, and careers support.