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Bangor University
Bangor (Wales)
LL57 2DG
Modern Languages (with Foundation Year)
- Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
- 5 Years
- Full-Time
- 20 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- Bangor University (Prifysgol Bangor)
Course summary
Our BA (Hons) Modern Languages with Foundation Year provides an alternative route into undergraduate study if you don’t meet the entry requirements to begin the standard four-year degree.
Study French or Spanish on this Modern Languages degree - explore the history, arts and culture of countries where those languages are spoken, and spend one or two years abroad. You can focus your degree on one language – or enhance your multilingualism by learning two languages. At the same time, you can also explore historical and cultural aspects relating to your chosen language and the communities that speak it, such as film, contemporary issues or politics.
The additional foundation year helps you better prepare for degree-level study, giving you a taste of learning at this higher level. You’ll join a close-knit, supportive learning community with easy access to lecturers. Depending on your language proficiency, we offer separate streams in first year for beginners/near beginners or those who are more advanced. During the foundation year you’ll sample various methods of university learning, including seminars and tutorials. You’ll develop a range of academic and study skills, such as writing, communication, presentation and learn how to collaborate and work with others.
The year abroad is fantastic preparation for today’s multilingual, multicultural world of work. You can add a second year abroad via the ‘International Experience’ option. Using your language skills in real-life situations not only increases your proficiency, but also boosts your confidence, independence and resilience. You’ll graduate with transferrable skills in communication, translation, presentation, problem solving, research, analysis, teamworking, adaptability, resilience, and people.
Modules
Course Modules
For details of the modular structure, please see the course description on Bangor University's website.
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
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:
- R808
- Institution code:
- B06
- Campus name:
- Main Site
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
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Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A level
Including: AS-levels, General Studies
T Level
T Level qualifications are accepted on a case by case basis.
UCAS Tariff48-96
We can accept combinations of level 3 qualifications.
Scottish Higher
Accepted.
Access to HE Diploma
Accepted.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Accepted.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Diplomas and Certificate are accepted. We will also consider other BTEC qualifications in conjunction with other level 3 qualifications.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted.
We allow you flexibility in meeting our entry requirements and accept a broad range of qualifications. We are happy to accept combinations of the qualifications listed above, as well as alternative Level 3 qualifications such as City & Guilds, Access and Cambridge Technical Diplomas.We also welcome applications from mature learners and/or those with other qualifications are considered on individual merit. If you cannot find the qualifications that you are studying (or have completed) listed above, please contact us for advice: applicantservices@bangor.ac.uk
International Candidates: school leaving qualifications that are equivalent to A levels/Level 3 and/or college diplomas are accepted from countries worldwide (subject to minimum English Language requirements), details at: www.bangor.ac.uk/international/applying/entryrequirements
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Bangor University is committed to widening participation in Higher Education (HE) and accepts students from a broad range of backgrounds.
To support students into Higher Education, we use a number of indicators to identify students who may be at a disadvantage in their ability to access Higher Education, in order to provide additional support.
Our admissions process involves assessing the entire application to make an assessment based on your grades and individual circumstances.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).
It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.
Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
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Historical entry grades report
This report uses your grades to show how students with similar results have done when applying to this course in the past. Sometimes, there isn’t data for every possible set of grades. When that happens, universities and colleges occasionally fill in the gaps for sets of grades that are typically accepted.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790* |
* 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
Tuition fees for the 2027/28 academic year are still being finalised for all courses.
For Home Students the full-time fee for the Foundation Year will be £5,760 (provisional) and then, the Full-time Fee will apply on progression to year 1 of the degree course or any linked degree course.
International students: We expect EU and Non-EU international fees to be confirmed in autumn 2026. More information on tuition fees and scholarships for International applicants can be found here: https://www.bangor.ac.uk/international/tuition
All fees stated may be subject to change. For the most up-to-date fees information please see our course pages.
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