Undergraduate
If you have an interest in language and culture, we offer a range of single honours and joint honours degree courses to choose from.
Our courses
| Degree name | UCAS Code |
|---|---|
| English Literature and a Modern Language (BA) | R754 |
| History and a Modern Language (BA) | R752 |
| Linguistics and a Modern Language (BA) | R755 |
| Modern Chinese (BA) | R751 |
| Modern Languages (BA) | R750 |
| Music and a Modern Language (BA) | R753 |
| Politics and a Modern Language (BA) | R756 |
| Translation (BA) | Q910 |
| Translation with a Placement Year Abroad (BA) | Q912 |
| Welsh and a Modern Language (BA) | R757 |
Languages and cultures
You’ll develop a high level of proficiency in your chosen language(s) as well as a comprehensive understanding of the cultures that shape them or are shaped by them.
All our languages can be studied from Elementary or Upper Elementary level so don’t worry if you haven’t got previous experience of studying your chosen language or an A level in the subject.
These are the languages we currently teach, though the combinations of which languages are available vary depending on the degree you choose.
If you choose to study our Modern Languages (BA) programme, you can choose up to 2 of the languages unless you choose Chinese, which cannot be studied with another language.
Explore the full programme structures for our BA in Modern Languages, including the module pathways you would study per language.
Combine languages with other subjects
A joint honours degree is the perfect option if you’d like to combine your interest, either staying with a subject you’ve previously studied or trying something new. We offer joint programmes with humanities and social sciences subjects. Currently, these can be combined with French, Chinese or Spanish only.
If you choose to study a joint honours programme, you’ll spend your third year abroad, either working and/or studying.
Translation
We also offer specialist translation programmes which provide you with practical, professional translation skills and in-depth language tuition alongside the opportunity to gain an excellent command of 2 modern languages*. Our Translation degrees are available as 3 or 4-year programmes of study.
Explore the full structure of our translation degrees to see the modules you'll study.
Why study languages with us?
So, you want to study languages but aren’t sure which university is right for you? If you choose to study with us, you’ll be joining a vibrant and multicultural community.
We’ll support you throughout your studies. Wellbeing is important to us and that’s why you’ll have a personal tutor throughout your time with us on hand to answer any questions you might have.
Not only that, but Cardiff University has a central location in the buzzing capital city of Wales. We’re confident you’ll enjoy exploring what it has to offer, from great places to eat and drink, to theatres, cinemas, lush green spaces, and so much more.
Funding opportunities
We offer bursaries to provide additional financial support for undergraduate students, who are normally resident in the UK, from lower income backgrounds. This money is available on top of state-funded maintenance grants and loans.
Contact
Undergraduate student enquiries
Get the full picture. Explore the programme structures for our degrees in modern languages and translation, including the module pathways you would study depending on the language(s) you choose.