11Oct
UndergraduateUniversity of Warwick has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Do you have a passion for language learning, intercultural communication, and the study of cultures and societies? Are you looking to study one or two languages alongside the economic institutions and trends that shape our world? On our Modern Languages and Economics (BA) degree you will split your time equally between Modern Languages and Economics. Modern Languages degree looks at the very heart of how we communicate with other people and societies, focusing on the different nuances and cultural debates that can shape our interactions with one another. On this degree programme, you will study two languages, one of which may be taken from Beginner level. Alongside your study of two languages, you will specialise in Economics: this is the study of choice, investigating the choices of consumers and corporations, groups and governments, networks and nations. It plays a part in every aspect of modern life, using scientific methods to develop theoretical models of behaviour and testing intuition with empirical analysis of markets, institutions and public policy. In Economics, you will study the choices of consumers, corporations, governments, networks and nations. You will also develop a deep knowledge of global and local economic trends, institutions and policies. Our flexible programme allows you to acquire an in-depth knowledge of two languages, while exploring international economic phenomena. The course includes a year studying or working abroad to boost your skills and employability. You will have access to outstanding facilities and resources. This includes flexible collaborative and individual learning spaces, as well as a vast selection of print, digital and multimedia learning materials. You will graduate as a highly qualified linguist, with advanced intercultural skills and a sophisticated understanding of key concepts and debates in the cultures you have studied. The specialist communication, research, critical and evaluative skills you will gain are all highly sought after by employers. On this degree you will split your time equally between Modern Languages and Economics. Studying Modern Languages will enable you to gain expertise in two languages. Choose Language 1 from: French, German, Italian or Spanish. Choose Language 2 from Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Russian, Portuguese or Spanish. As well as studying the foundations of Economics, you will develop your linguistic and intercultural skills. You will normally spend your second or third year abroad, consolidating and enhancing your learning.
How to apply
14Jan
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:
- R9L1
- Institution code:
- W20
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 34 points
- Your first language must be post A level (or equivalent) French, German, Italian or Spanish. - Your second language if it is French, German, Italian or Spanish can be taken at any level (dependent on prior qualifications or experience). - Mandarin Chinese can be taken at beginner’s, intermediate or post A-Level (or equivalent) level maximum. If you have Chinese at A-Level (or equivalent), please contact [email protected] before applying to check your suitability. Applicants with Chinese language ability above A-Level (or equivalent), including native speakers, would not be able to study this language. - Arabic, Japanese, Portuguese or Russian can usually only be taken at beginner's or intermediate level. If you have any prior learning or qualifications in the language, please contact [email protected] before applying to check your suitability.
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Home fees are provisional pending government confirmation of fee levels for 2026/27.
Islands fees are set at the level of Home fees so are also provisional pending government confirmation of fee levels for 2026/27.
International (including EU) fees vary depending on course. Fee levels have not yet been set for 2026/27 but will be published on our website once confirmed:
https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/overseasfees/
Students commencing with Warwick Business School on a Foundation Year or undertaking a Graduate Entry Medicine degree (MBChB) should refer to the following webpage for confirmation of their fees, which may differ from the rates listed above: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/
Please refer to the following link for the latest information on tuition fees: https://warwick.ac.uk/services/finance/studentfinance/fees/