Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BA (Honours) in Modern Languages and English Language in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
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Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
19,500
(c. USD26,093.93)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
This program enables you to explore both theoretical and practical aspects of language, examining key questions about how people acquire languages at different life stages, what linguistic patterns reveal about cognition, and how language shapes cultural identity - all while developing proficiency in a new language yourself.
Differing from traditional English Language programs in the UK, we emphasize current linguistic usage rather than historical development, focusing on modern communication patterns and evolving language trends. Through linguistic study, you'll gain insights into human social interaction, investigating topics such as: English usage in various contexts
The interconnection between language and culture, The grammatical framework of English, Language learning processes
Employers across the UK and globally face significant challenges finding multilingual university graduates with strong English proficiency.
As an Essex modern languages alumnus, you'll enjoy exceptional career advantages. You'll achieve fluency or advanced competency in up to four languages - highly sought-after skills applicable to virtually any profession.
Our alumni pursue careers as educators, translators, business professionals and media specialists. Their linguistic expertise has opened doors in banking, entertainment, education, tourism and multinational corporations. Specifically, a modern languages degree provides excellent preparation for careers in teaching, translation, international relations, public relations, communications, immigration services or diplomatic roles.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 – 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels
If Portuguese is taken as the major language, A Level pass (or equivalent) in Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese or first language level fluency in Italian, French, Romanian or Spanish is required.
BTEC: DDM – DMM or 120 – 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels.
Other qualifications that hold UCAS tariff points, and combined qualifications: 120 – 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A levels or equivalent.
IB: 30 - 29 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555-554. Either must include Standard Level Mathematics grade 4, or a minimum of 3 in Higher Level Mathematics. We will accept grade 4 in either Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.
To study Portuguese as your major language, you need a pass in Higher Level Italian, French, Spanish or Portuguese or fluency in Italian, French, Romanian or Spanish.
We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programme courses (formerly certificates) at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for.
IELTS- 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
TOEFL IBT- 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Tuition
GBP
19,500