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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
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Full Time With Time Abroad
24-SEP-25
5 Years
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Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Main Site
Full time with time abroad
24-SEP-25
5 Years
Select a an exam type
In this varied five-year degree, you’ll learn two major world languages and deepen your understanding of the modern world by exploring the histories and cultures of the nations that speak them. You’ll spend one year in China and another in an Arabic-speaking country, improving your language skills and gaining first-hand experience of these cultures and societies to enrich your understanding of these fascinating countries.We teach Arabic and Chinese from beginner level, but if you already have some knowledge of either language we can normally accommodate you.You’ll become proficient in Arabic while building your understanding of the cultural, religious and historical contexts that have shaped the Middle East and North Africa. You’ll also learn about contemporary relevant issues of these regions, exploring themes such as cultural identity, sexuality, gender and race.The dominant cultural, political and economic influence in East Asia for over two millennia, China today constitutes almost a fifth of the global economy and is a major centre for technological, business and cultural innovation. Chinese at Leeds is one of the longest-running courses in the UK, and this immersive degree will equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to gain a deep understanding of modern China.The School of Languages, Cultures and Societies at Leeds is an exciting place for your undergraduate experience. Our diverse international community of students and staff, student-led societies and outstanding pastoral support creates a friendly and dynamic atmosphere for all our students.
Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Access to HE Diploma:
D:30,M:15 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
M1,M1,M2 - D3,M2,M3 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
T Level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
BB in Advanced Highers and AABBB in Highers, or B in Advanced Highers and AAABB in Highers, or AABBBB in Highers
Pass diploma with 60 credits overall, including at least 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 credits must be at Distinction and 15 credits at Merit or higher. An interview and a piece of written work may also be required. This course has additional subject specific requirements. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ in a relevant subject this might be considered alongside other Level 3 qualifications and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A Levels, this would be BBB at A Level and grade A in the EPQ.
34 points overall including 16 at Higher Level and 4 in a foreign language at Standard Level
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Might be accepted as in combination with other qualifications; please contact admissions teams for further advice & guidance.
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