History and Modern Languages (One Language)

Combine your passion for history with French, German or Spanish. We have experts in a wide range of fields exploring time periods from the Classical world to the present day and geographical areas from across the globe. You'll be able choose topics to match your interests.

By studying a modern language you'll also learn about and experience another culture. You can choose a language you have not studied. You'll get extra hours of teaching and funding for a language course abroad at the end of year 1 to make fast progress.

You’ll spend a year abroad on a placement in either a workplace, the British Council or at a partner university.

You'll build study and communication skills that are vital for success in the world of work. These include:

analysing and assessing a wide variety of viewpoints
presenting arguments in speech and writing
working independently and in cooperation with others
developing your ability to speak, read and write in your chosen language
learning how to do primary research by applying of a range of concepts and methods