Course summary
Our four-year BA Modern Languages with Education degree programme with a Year Abroad is aimed at students wanting to develop their language skills in French, German or Spanish, alongside specialist studies in digital learning in education and technology enhanced learning. You will spend a year abroad either on a paid British Council Language Assistant work placement or studying at one of our partner universities. This Year Abroad will provide you with valuable experiences, boosting your student experience and employment prospects. You will also have the opportunity to undertake placements in schools, local authorities, businesses or charities. Alongside your language studies, you will undertake education related modules such as curriculum and assessment, and protecting and promoting wellbeing in education. You will benefit from access to excellent resources at our Singleton Park campus, including access to our dedicated language labs and weekly language cafes where you will get the chance to interact with native speakers in the languages you are studying. Outside of your studies you can further connect with native speakers through our many clubs and societies including the French, German and Hispanic Societies. Modern languages at Swansea is ranked top 10 in the UK and 3rd in the UK for Career Prospects (Guardian University Guide 2023). Research in Modern Languages at Swansea has been rated as internationally excellent and world-leading (REF 2021). Our graduates develop many transferable skills and go on to have successful careers in education, translation and interpreting, journalism and public relations, government and humanitarian organisations, business and commerce, and public services. Find out more about our courses at https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/modern-lang-translation-interpretation/ba-modern-languages-education/#modules=is-expanded
Modules
Your first year will include a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with examples of compulsory modules from recent years including: • What is Teaching and Learning? • Critical Perspectives in Global Education • And French, German or Spanish modules In your second year you will study a mixture of compulsory and optional modules, with your third year comprising entirely optional modules from a large range of subject areas. Examples of optional modules in recent years have included: • Curriculum Studies • Leading and Managing in Education • French General Language • German General Language • Spanish General Language Your final year will include an optional independent dissertation project. For the full programme structure and module breakdown, please visit our webpage at https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/modern-lang-translation-interpretation/ba-modern-languages-education/
Assessment method
We offer a variety of assessment methods within our programmes. In addition to traditional examinations and essays, examples of alternative assessment include: • Presentations • Group Work • Oral Examinations Throughout your undergraduate Modern Languages with Education degree, you will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to present your ideas effectively both verbally and in writing. For full breakdown of course structure and assessment please visit our course page https://www.swansea.ac.uk/undergraduate/courses/culture-communication/modern-lang-translation-interpretation/ba-modern-languages-education/ or get in touch with us at [email protected]
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- R9X0
- Institution code:
- S93
- Campus name:
- Singleton Park Campus
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
International students, please visit, www.swansea.ac.uk/international/students/requirements. We require a minimum of IELTS 6.0 (5.5 in each component).
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 points
A level - BBB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Extended Project
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.
English Language Requirements at Swansea University
https://www.swansea.ac.uk/admissions/english-language-requirements/
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
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Additional fee information
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP